Limoncello Cake with Mascarpone Frosting
Limoncello cake with mascarpone frosting is a vibrant, refreshing dessert that brings the bright flavors of Italian limoncello liqueur together with smooth, creamy mascarpone. This elegant cake features moist layers infused with citrus notes and is topped with a luscious frosting, making it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration. Easy to prepare, this delightful treat promises to impress your guests at birthdays, summer gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence for yourself.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cake flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup limoncello liqueur
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. In a large bowl, beat sugar and eggs until fluffy. Add milk and limoncello; mix well.
- 4. Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- 5. Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- 7. For the frosting, whip mascarpone cheese with heavy cream until soft peaks form; spread between layers and on top of the cooled cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg