Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This exquisite Limoncello Mascarpone Cake combines the bright, zesty flavors of lemon with the rich creaminess of mascarpone cheese and the sweet, aromatic touch of Limoncello liqueur. Light, fluffy cake layers are delicately soaked in Limoncello syrup, filled with silky mascarpone frosting, and finished with a tangy lemon glaze.
Perfect for special occasions, dinner parties, or whenever you crave a sophisticated dessert that balances sweet and tangy flavors perfectly. This showstopping cake will transport you straight to the sunny Amalfi Coast with every heavenly bite!
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Chilling Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Servings: 12 slices
- Calories: 420 kcal per slice
Ingredients
For the Lemon Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- C; teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from approximately 2 lemons)
- ¾ cup buttermilk, room temperature
For the Limoncello Syrup
- ¼ cup Limoncello liqueur
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Mascarpone Frosting
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- D; cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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