Limoncello Drizzle Mascarpone Cake
A bright and zesty cake infused with limoncello and creamy mascarpone, perfect for an indulgent dessert experience.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Be sure not to pack it in; we want lightness here!
- 1 cup sugar Brings out the natural tartness of the lemons.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened For a rich texture and flavor.
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese Lends a creaminess that makes each bite delightful.
- 3 large eggs Helps it rise and binds the cake.
- 1/2 cup milk Adds moisture for tenderness.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavener for fluffiness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the cake flavors.
- 1/4 cup limoncello Infuses bright lemon flavor.
For the Drizzle
- 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the drizzle.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Adds a refreshing kick to the drizzle.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add mascarpone cheese, eggs, and milk; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Stir in vanilla extract and limoncello.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
Drizzle
- For the drizzle, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Drizzle the mixture over the cooled cake before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batter. Check doneness early; every oven is different.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
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