Cassada Like Cake
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this 'Cassada Like Cake,' a stunning dessert inspired by the classic Sicilian cassata. Featuring layers of moist vanilla cake brushed with Marsala wine or orange liqueur, this show-stopping recipe is filled with a creamy ricotta mixture studded with mini chocolate chips, candied fruit, and a bright hint of orange zest. The cake is frosted with fluffy whipped cream, adorned with toasted sliced almonds for a delightful crunch, and crowned with vibrant maraschino cherries for a finishing touch. Perfect for special occasions or as a decadent weekend treat, this Italian-inspired masterpiece combines traditional flavors with an elegant presentation that’s sure to wow your guests. Serve it chilled to let the flavors shine and make every slice a celebration!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 cups Ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 0.5 cups Mini chocolate chips
- 0.5 cups Chopped candied fruit
- 4 tablespoons Marsala wine or orange liqueur
- 1 cup Whipping cream
- 0.5 cups Almonds (toasted and sliced)
- 8 whole Maraschino cherries
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans and set them aside.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes cool, prepare the ricotta filling. In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and orange zest until smooth. Fold in the mini chocolate chips and candied fruit. Chill until ready to use.
Trim the tops of the cooled cakes to create even layers, if necessary. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and brush with 2 tablespoons of Marsala wine or orange liqueur.
Spread a generous layer of the ricotta filling on top of the first layer. Add the second cake layer on top, brush it with the remaining 2 tablespoons of liqueur, and frost the entire cake with the whipped cream.
Press the sliced almonds onto the sides of the cake, covering it completely for a decorative crust.
Finish by topping the cake with maraschino cherries arranged around the edges or center. Chill the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy this decadent cassata-inspired cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 306.9 g | 393% | |
| Saturated Fat | 163.9 g | 820% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1504 mg | 501% | |
| Sodium | 2976 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 800.4 g | 291% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 570.3 g | ||
| Protein | 126.3 g | 253% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 1664 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 21.0 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 1962 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
