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Italian Berry Mascarpone Cake

Italian Berry Mascarpone Cake

A delightful Italian Berry Mascarpone Cake that combines zesty flavors and creamy textures for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 4 pieces eggs the base for a fluffy texture
  • 1 tbsp butter for greasing the pan
  • 3/4 cup sugar sweetens the cake while helping it rise
  • 1 cup pistachio grains adds a delightful crunch and flavor
  • 1/2 cup flour 00 provides a fine structure to the cake
For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 18 oz mascarpone cheese gives a rich and creamy layer
  • 3.5 oz sugar sweetens the cream perfectly
  • 6 pieces eggs enriches the cream
For the Berry Purée
  • 8.8 oz organic fresh berries choose your favorites for a vibrant topping
  • 3.5 oz sugar balances the tartness of the berries
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice brightens the purée’s flavor
For the Blood Orange Sauce
  • 3 pieces organic blood oranges infuses the cake with a citrusy zing
  • 1.5 tbsp sugar enhances the sweetness of the juice
  • 3/4 cup water helps to achieve the perfect consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cake pan
  • Blender
  • saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your cake pan with butter.
  2. Beat the 4 eggs with 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy for about 5 minutes.
  3. Fold in the 1 cup of pistachio grains and 1/2 cup flour 00 gently.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. For the Mascarpone Cream: Mix the 18 oz mascarpone cheese with 3.5 oz sugar and 6 separated eggs until smooth.
  6. Prepare the berry purée by blending the 8.8 oz organic fresh berries with 3.5 oz sugar and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice until silky.
  7. Juice the 3 organic blood oranges, combine with 1.5 tbsp sugar and 3/4 cup water in a saucepan until slightly thickened.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for added crunch and drizzle with blood orange sauce for presentation.

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