Description
Torta Mimosa is a classic Italian cake known for its light, fluffy texture and delicate flavor. It’s often served during special occasions and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 eggs
- 150g sugar
- 150g flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 lemon (zest)
- 250ml whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Beat the eggs and sugar until fluffy.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and lemon zest, mixing gently.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 30 minutes.
- Let the cake cool, then slice it horizontally into two layers.
- Whip the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff.
- Spread the cream on the bottom layer, then place the top layer.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Chill the cream before whipping for better results.
- Use fresh lemon zest for the best flavor.
- Serve the cake immediately or store it in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: torta mimosa, Italian cake, dessert, fluffy cake