Description

This Limoncello Mascarpone Cake is a celebration of fresh lemon flavors and creamy texture, perfect for gatherings or a special treat at home. Enjoy its smooth richness made with simple ingredients like limoncello, mascarpone, and a hint of vanilla. A delicious homemade dessert for any occasion!

Ingredients

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¾ cup granulated sugar
Zest of 2 lemons
½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick) very soft
2 large eggs room temperature
½ cup mascarpone room temperature
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all‑purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon fine salt
¼ cup limoncello
½ cup heavy cream cold
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½–2/3 cup lemon curd good-quality

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 340°F (170°C).
Grease and line the base of an 8-inch round tin with parchment paper, lightly flouring the sides.
In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest, then add softened butter and cream until light and fluffy.
Incorporate eggs one by one, mixing after each addition, followed by the mascarpone and lemon juice.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just blended.
Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While the cake cools, prepare the frosting by whipping the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla until stiff peaks form, then fold in mascarpone and limoncello.
Once cooled, frost the cake with the mascarpone topping and drizzle on the lemon curd as desired.

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for better blending.
Limoncello can be adjusted based on preference for sweetness and flavor intensity.
The cake can be made a day ahead for improved flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 80mg