Description
A classic Italian cream cake, perfect for celebrations like communions. Light, fluffy, and rich in flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g all-purpose flour
- 300g sugar
- 250g butter, softened
- 4 eggs
- 200ml fresh cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with fresh cream.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool before serving.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- For extra flavor, add lemon zest or almond extract.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: torta panna montata, communion cake, Italian cream cake, celebration dessert