Cassata Cake

Cassata Cake is a traditional Italian dessert that originated in Sicily. It is often enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 190 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Cassata Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Italian Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 10 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 slice Sponge Cake
• 2 cup Ricotta Cheese
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 cup Candied Fruit
• 0.5 cup Chocolate Chips
• 0.5 cup Pistachios
• 1 cup Whipped Cream
• 8 piece Maraschino Cherries

Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
2. Fold in the candied fruit, chocolate chips, and pistachios.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture.
5. Cut the sponge cake into 3 equal layers.
6. Place one layer of sponge cake in the bottom of a springform pan.
7. Spread half of the ricotta mixture on top of the sponge cake.
8. Repeat with another layer of sponge cake and the remaining ricotta mixture.
9. Top with the final layer of sponge cake.
10. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
11. Remove from the pan and garnish with whipped cream and maraschino cherries.
12. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.