APPLE MASCARPONE CAKE

The Creamiest Italian Apple Cake You’ll Ever Taste 🍎

If you’ve ever wished for a dessert that captures the warmth of Nonna’s kitchen — soft, fragrant, and full of love — this Apple Mascarpone Cake is it.

Each bite combines the gentle sweetness of baked apples with the velvety richness of mascarpone, creating a tender crumb that practically melts on your tongue.

Unlike traditional apple cakes made with butter or yogurt, this version uses mascarpone for an ultra-creamy texture and a delicate, luxurious flavor.

It’s a rustic Italian favorite that feels both homey and elegant — perfect for an afternoon coffee, a fall gathering, or even as a light dessert after Sunday lunch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️

• Moist and fluffy: The mascarpone keeps the cake incredibly soft and rich.

• Beautifully simple: No complicated steps — just a few wholesome ingredients mixed with love.

• Naturally elegant: The apple slices arranged on top caramelize slightly in the oven for a gorgeous golden finish.

• Perfect anytime: Great for breakfast, tea time, or a sweet end to dinner.

With its golden crust, glossy jam finish, and delicate aroma, this torta di mele al mascarpone will instantly transport you to an Italian kitchen — where every cake tells a story and every slice tastes like home. 🇮🇹

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Pan Size: 9-inch springform pan

🧁 Ingredients

• 3 large eggs, room temperature

• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar

• 1 cup (8 oz / 250 g) mascarpone cheese, room temperature

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour

• ½ cup (100 ml) vegetable oil

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1 pinch of salt

• 2 medium apples, thinly sliced

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 2 Tbsp brown sugar

• 2 Tbsp apple jam (or peach jam, for brushing)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.

2. Beat the eggs and sugar with an electric mixer for about 6 minutes, until light and fluffy.

3. Add the mascarpone, one spoonful at a time, mixing until smooth and creamy.

4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

5. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the oil to the egg mixture, mixing gently until well combined and smooth.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

7. Slice the apples and drizzle them with lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange them neatly on top of the batter.

8. Sprinkle the surface with the brown sugar.

9. Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F (static heat), then increase to 400°F (200°C) and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

10. Brush the warm cake with apple or peach jam for a shiny, flavorful finish.

11. Let cool completely before slicing.

💡 Tips & Tricks

• You can substitute mascarpone with ricotta for a lighter texture.

• Add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of vanilla extract for extra aroma.

• Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.

🧠 Nutritional Facts (per slice, 1/10 of cake)

APPLE MASCARPONE CAKE

Soft, moist, and filled with the creamy flavor of mascarpone — this Italian apple cake will melt in your mouth!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Italian Cakes

Cuisine Italian

Notes

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (8 oz / 250 g) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (100 ml) vegetable oil
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2 medium apples, thinly sliced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• 2 Tbsp apple jam (or peach jam, for brushing)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Beat the eggs and sugar with an electric mixer for about 6 minutes, until light and fluffy.
3. Add the mascarpone, one spoonful at a time, mixing until smooth and creamy.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the oil to the egg mixture, mixing gently until well combined and smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
7. Slice the apples and drizzle them with lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange them neatly on top of the batter.
8. Sprinkle the surface with the brown sugar.
9. Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F (static heat), then increase to 400°F (200°C) and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Brush the warm cake with apple or peach jam for a shiny, flavorful finish.
11. Let cool completely before slicing.

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