Apple and Mascarpone Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
• 2 apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well between each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy. Add to the butter mixture and mix thoroughly.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just blended.
7. In a separate bowl, combine the sliced apples, brown sugar and nutmeg. Toss to coat.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Arrange the apple slices on top of the batter in a circular pattern.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
10. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve the apple and mascarpone cake warm or at room temperature. It’s perfect with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Verdict:

This apple and mascarpone cake is perfect for fall baking. The combination of creamy mascarpone cheese and spiced apples makes for a deliciously moist and flavorful cake. It’s easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family.