Ingredients and Weight:
- 8oz Plain cake (or any similar type of dense, sturdy cake)
- 8oz Heavy cream
- 8oz Mascarpone cheese
- 4oz Powdered sugar
- 2oz Dark chocolate (melted)
- Strawberries or other fresh fruits for decoration (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: None (This is a no-bake dessert)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Slice the plain cake into 8 equal pieces.
- In a bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese with 2oz of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Layer the cake pieces in a serving dish, spreading the mascarpone cheese mixture and whipped cream alternately between each layer.
- Cover the top layer with a layer of melted dark chocolate.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries or other fresh fruits of choice.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming equal distribution of ingredients)
Calories: Approx. 400 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: Approx. 24g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 40g
Protein: Approx. 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American dessert, rich and creamy with a chocolate topping.
- Layers of cake, mascarpone cheese, and whipped cream create a decadent dessert that is perfect for special occasions.
- The dish is not baked, making it an easy dessert to prepare.
User Comments:
- "This dessert was amazing! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I loved the chocolate on top. It added a nice contrast to the creamy layers."
- "This was a great way to use up leftover cake. The mascarpone cheese really made it special."
- "I added fresh strawberries for decoration and they added a nice touch."
- "This dessert was so easy to make and it looked impressive too!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use a dense cake for this dessert as it will hold up better when layered with the creamy filling.
- If using fresh fruits for decoration, make sure they are washed and sliced thinly to ensure even distribution on top of the dessert.
