Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGrotto DowntownStrawberry Casatta Recipe

Strawberry Casatta Recipe

Inspired by Grotto Downtown
Time30m
Serves8

Almond syrup soaked angel food cake, sweetened ricotta cheese, chantilly cream, apricot-glazed strawberries

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Ingredients

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Cake and Filling Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cake

    Slice the angel food cake into three equal layers.

  2. 2

    Soak the Cake Layers

    Brush each layer with almond syrup, allowing it to soak in.

  3. 3

    Make the Ricotta Filling

    In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

  4. 4

    Whip the Cream

    In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the ricotta mixture.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Casatta

    Place one layer of the cake on a serving platter. Spread a portion of the ricotta filling over it, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat the process with the second layer and top it with the final cake layer.

  6. 6

    Glaze the Strawberries

    In a small saucepan, gently heat the apricot preserves until melted, then brush over the sliced strawberries on top of the cake.

  7. 7

    Chill and Serve

    Refrigerate the casatta for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

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