Creamy Lemon Mascarpone Cake Squares
Creamy Lemon Mascarpone Cake Squares are an irresistible dessert that combines a zesty lemon flavor with the rich creaminess of mascarpone cheese. Perfect for any occasion, these cake squares are easy to make and are sure to impress your guests. The delightful balance of sweetness and tartness will leave everyone reaching for seconds, making them a must-try treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 2 large fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a square baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and lemon zest together.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Mix in mascarpone cheese and lemon juice gently without overmixing.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely, slice into squares, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For a twist on flavor, substitute lemon zest with orange zest or top with fresh berries. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.