Ingredients
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup mascarpone cheese
– 1 cup heavy cream
– Zest of 2 lemons
– 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
– 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
– 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
– Lemon slices and zest for garnish
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– 9-inch round cake pan
– Cooling rack
– Whisk
– Rubber spatula
– Small saucepan
– Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease my 9-inch round cake pan with a touch of butter for easy release. In a large mixing bowl, I whisk together the sugar and eggs until they’re light and fluffy, adding in the vanilla extract. Next, I sift in the flour and baking powder, folding gently to combine. Finally, I slowly pour in the melted butter, stirring until everything is well incorporated and smooth. You can almost smell the sweetness wafting through the kitchen! (See the next page below to continue steps…)