Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 280kcal
Cost: $20
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
- Zester
- Cake Pan
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup limoncello liqueur
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 unit zest of 1 lemon
- to taste fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare a cake pan.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Stir in the limoncello and lemon zest gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, let the cake cool slightly, then brush generously with limoncello syrup.
- In a separate bowl, whip together mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar until smooth, then chill.
- Once the cake is cool, layer with mascarpone frosting, smoothing it out as you go.
- Decorate with candied lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor, especially lemon and limoncello. Don't skip the soaking step with limoncello syrup, as this keeps the cake moist and enhances its flavor. Chill your mascarpone frosting for better consistency before spreading. Feel free to adjust the level of limoncello based on your preferences, especially if serving to kids.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 4mg
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