Cherry and ladyfinger cake
The perfect dessert for hot days, the cherry and ladyfinger cake is a delicious, quick, and visually appealing choice. This simple recipe resembles a cherry tiramisu, bringing a touch of freshness and flavor to every slice. Preparation is easy, and the result will impress both family and friends. Let's get started!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Total time: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Servings: 8-10
Ingredients:
- 400 g fresh cherries (or 300 g canned cherries, well drained)
- 250 g ladyfingers
- 500 g mascarpone
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 100 g powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 ml cherry juice (or water with a bit of lemon juice to moisten the ladyfingers)
- Cocoa for decoration (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for decoration (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preparing the cherries: If using fresh cherries, wash them well, remove the pits, and cut them in half. If opting for canned cherries, make sure to drain them well to avoid excess water in the cake.
2. Preparing the cream: In a large bowl, add mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using an electric mixer, beat the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and fluffy cream. Be careful not to overbeat it, or you will turn the cream into butter.
3. Moistening the ladyfingers: In a separate bowl, pour the cherry juice. Quickly soak each ladyfinger in the juice, being careful not to leave them too long, so they don't become too soft.
4. Assembling the cake: In a rectangular dish or tray, place a layer of moistened ladyfingers, followed by a generous layer of mascarpone cream. Then add a layer of cherries, distributing them evenly. Repeat the process until you finish the ingredients, making sure to end with a layer of cream.
5. Chilling: Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This step is essential as it allows the flavors to blend and the cake to achieve a firmer texture.
6. Serving: When you're ready to serve, take the cake out of the refrigerator. You can decorate it with sifted cocoa on top and a few fresh mint leaves for an elegant look. Cut into slices and enjoy a refreshing and delicious dessert.
Helpful tips:
- You can experiment with different seasonal fruits, such as raspberries or peaches, to vary the flavor of the cake.
- If you prefer a less sweet version, you can reduce the amount of powdered sugar in the cream.
- Make sure to use quality ladyfingers, as they will affect the final texture of the dessert.
The cherry and ladyfinger cake is a quick and simple dessert to prepare, perfect for a summer party or a family meal. With every slice, you will enjoy the delicious combination of smooth cream and juicy cherries, turning every occasion into an unforgettable moment. Savor every bite!
Beat the egg yolks well with the sugar, then add the 2 boxes of mascarpone and the whipped egg whites. Line a tray with aluminum foil and place the ladyfingers that are soaked in orange juice. Add a layer of cream. Cover with cherries. Another layer of cream, ladyfingers, cream, cherries, cream, and on top another layer of ladyfingers. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate for a few hours (2-3). Remove from the tray. Whip the cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 packet of vanilla sugar. Coat the cake with whipped cream. Decorate with chocolate sauce and cherries. Enjoy your meal! The cherry and ladyfinger cake recipe was proposed by Ilinca on the recipe forum. Keep the cherry and ladyfinger cake refrigerated until serving.
Ingredients: 400 g ladyfingers, 2 tubs of mascarpone, 3 eggs, 1 packet of vanilla sugar, 140 g sugar, 600 g cherries, 200 ml orange juice.
