Hazelnut Fig Cake Recipe
Fig sponge cake, mascarpone icing, black mission fig jam
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Ingredients
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Cake
Mascarpone Icing
Filling
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- 4
- 5
Bake the Cake
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Icing Preparation
- 6
Make the Mascarpone Icing
In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Cake
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of black mission fig jam over the top, then spread a layer of mascarpone icing. Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process, topping with the remaining mascarpone icing.
- 8
Serve
Slice and serve the Hazelnut Fig Cake. Enjoy!