Cassata alla Siciliana (Sicilian Cream Tart)
Cassata alla Siciliana is a traditional Sicilian dessert that dates back to the Arab rule of Sicily in the 10th century.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 190 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Cassata alla Siciliana (Sicilian Cream Tart)
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, candied fruit, candied orange peel, pistachios, and Marsala wine.
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In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
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Fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture.
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Line a round cake pan with slices of sponge cake.
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Pour the ricotta mixture over the sponge cake.
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Place another layer of sponge cake on top.
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Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
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Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle it over the top of the tart.
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Garnish with additional candied fruit and pistachios.
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Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
