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Torta Caprese al Limone

Cultural Context

Originating from the island of Capri, Torta Caprese al Limone is a delightful twist on the classic Caprese cake, traditionally made with chocolate. This lemon-infused version celebrates the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, often enjoyed as a light dessert after meals. It embodies the Italian philosophy of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create something truly special. Today, variations abound, with many bakers adding their unique touches, making it a beloved dessert beyond its original locale.

ItalianITdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
200 g mandorle
180 g cioccolato bianco
120 g zucchero a velo
100 g burro
60 g zucchero semolato
50 g fecola di patata
5 g lievito per dolci
5 uova
35 ml limoncello
1 bacca di vaniglia
la buccia grattugiata di 2 limoni

almond flour

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: oat flour

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: all-purpose flour

Oat flour is gluten-free and provides a different texture.

dark chocolate

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: cocoa powder

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: milk chocolate

Cocoa powder reduces calories while maintaining chocolate flavor.

unsalted butter

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: coconut oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

granulated sugar

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: honey

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness with fewer calories.

1

Preriscaldare il forno statico a 200 gradi.

2

Tostare le mandorle per 5 minuti.

3

Ridurre le mandorle in farina.

4

Sciogliere il cioccolato bianco e il burro a bagnomaria.

5

In una ciotola, mescolare le uova con lo zucchero semolato e lo zucchero a velo fino a ottenere un composto spumoso.

6

Aggiungere la farina di mandorle, la fecola di patata, il lievito, la buccia di limone grattugiata, il limoncello e la bacca di vaniglia al composto.

7

Versare il composto in una teglia e cuocere in forno a 160 gradi per 45 minuti.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfoldingbaking

Equipment Needed

forno statico

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

milkeggstree-nutsgluten

Also Known As

Lemon Caprese CakeCaprese Cake with Lemon
Local Name: Torta Caprese al Limone

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