Lily cake

Lily Cake: an elegant and refined dessert, perfect for special occasions. This recipe, featuring a fluffy sponge and delicious cream, is sure to impress any guest. The preparation time is approximately 30 minutes, and the baking time is 25-30 minutes. The recipe serves 8 portions, offering a dessert that will delight both the eyes and taste buds.

Ingredients for the sponge:
- 4 eggs (separate yolks and whites)
- 150 g sugar
- 100 g flour
- 1 packet of baking powder (approximately 10 g)
- 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- A pinch of salt

Ingredients for the cream:
- 500 ml whipping cream
- 200 g mascarpone
- 100 g powdered sugar
- 1 vanilla essence
- A few chocolate lilies (or edible decorative flowers for an elegant look)

Preparing the sponge:
1. Start by preheating the oven to 180°C and prepare a cake pan (24 cm diameter) by lining it with baking paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat the yolks with the sugar and vanilla sugar until the mixture becomes a light-colored foam and the sugar is completely dissolved. This step is essential for obtaining a fluffy sponge, so be patient.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until you get a firm foam. This stage will add air and volume to your sponge.
4. Carefully add the beaten egg whites over the yolk mixture, folding gently with a spatula in circular motions to retain the air from the egg whites.
5. Sift the flour together with the baking powder and gradually add them to the mixture, continuing to mix gently.
6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the sponge is golden and passes the toothpick test. Let it cool completely in the pan.

Preparing the cream:
1. In a large bowl, combine the whipping cream, mascarpone, and powdered sugar. Beat everything with an electric mixer until it becomes a firm and airy cream.
2. Add the vanilla essence and gently mix to incorporate the flavor.
3. Once the sponge has cooled completely, cut it into two or three layers, depending on your preference.

Assembling the cake:
1. Place the first layer of sponge on a serving plate, generously spread cream on it, then continue with the next layer. Repeat until all layers are finished.
2. Cover the entire cake with the remaining cream and smooth the surface with a spatula.
3. Decorate with chocolate lilies or edible flowers for a special appearance. These details will add a touch of elegance and make the cake shine.

Serving and suggestions:
The lily cake is served chilled, and for an extra burst of flavor, you can accompany each slice with a berry sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This recipe can be customized by adding fresh fruits between the sponge layers or in the cream, such as raspberries or strawberries, for a pleasant contrast between sweet and tart.

Enjoy this splendid cake at birthdays, weddings, or any celebration, and relish the appreciation of your loved ones! This simple yet refined recipe is sure to become one of your favorites.

 Ingredients: Round cake: 8 eggs, 8 tablespoons flour, 8 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 2 teaspoons vanilla. Square cake: 4 eggs, 4 tablespoons flour, 4 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla. Cream: 300 g liquid cream, 1 vanilla pod, 300 g whipped cream, 2 packets gelatin. Syrup: water, sugar, vanilla sugar.