Limoncello Mascarpone Cake – A Citrus Delight! 🍰

A heavenly combination of zesty lemon, silky mascarpone, and sweet Limoncello, this cake is the ultimate dessert for any citrus lover. Light, fluffy layers soaked in Limoncello syrup, filled with creamy mascarpone frosting, and topped with a lemon glaze make this cake irresistible!

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

¾ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

3 large eggs

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

¾ cup buttermilk

Limoncello Syrup:

¼ cup Limoncello liqueur

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Mascarpone Frosting:

8 oz mascarpone cheese, room temperature

1 cup heavy whipping cream

½ cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Lemon Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon Limoncello (optional)

Garnish:

Fresh lemon slices

Mint leaves

Powdered sugar (for dusting)

🥄 Instructions:

1️⃣ Bake the Cake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla, lemon juice, and zest.

Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, until just combined.

Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.

2️⃣ Make the Limoncello Syrup:

In a small saucepan over low heat, stir Limoncello and sugar until sugar dissolves. Cool slightly.

3️⃣ Prepare the Mascarpone Frosting:

In a chilled bowl, beat mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.

4️⃣ Assemble the Cake:

Brush each cooled cake layer with the Limoncello syrup.

Spread a generous layer of mascarpone frosting between the cakes and over the top.

5️⃣ Drizzle the Lemon Glaze:

Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and Limoncello until smooth. Drizzle over the cake.

6️⃣ Decorate:

Garnish with lemon slices, fresh mint, and a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

⏳ Recipe Details:

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Assembly Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings: 10-12

❤️ Why You’ll Love It:

✔ Light, fluffy, and bursting with lemon flavor

✔ Limoncello adds a sophisticated citrus kick

✔ Perfect for spring, summer, or any celebration

✔ Creamy mascarpone frosting = total dream

#LimoncelloCake #CitrusDessert #MascarponeMagic #LemonLovers #ElegantBakes