Ultimate Soft Sponge Cake with Mascarpone Cream and Berry Layer: A Decadent Dessert Recipe

Ingredients

For the Sponge Cake:

• Eggs – 8 pieces
• Sugar – 240 grams
• Flour – 240 grams
• Vanillin – 1 gram
• Salt – pinch

For the Cream:

• Mascarpone cheese – 500 grams
• Cream (33%) – 500 milliliters
• Condensed milk – 100 grams

For the Berry Layer:

• Cranberries or lingonberries – 600 grams
• Sugar – to taste (approx. 200 grams)

Preparation

1. Prepare the Sponge Cake:
   Beat eggs, sugar, vanillin, and salt until fluffy (10-15 minutes). Gradually add sifted flour and mix gently. Pour batter into 2 baking pans and bake at 170°C for 30 minutes. Reduce temperature to 160°C and bake until a toothpick comes out dry. Let cool and slice each cake horizontally into two layers (total 4 layers).
2. Make the Mascarpone Cream:
   Whisk mascarpone cheese, cream, and condensed milk until thick peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
3. Prepare the Berry Layer:
   Simmer cranberries with sugar until softened. Blend until smooth, adding water if needed for consistency.
4. Assemble the Cake:
   Using a molding ring, layer cake, berry mixture, and cream alternately. Repeat until all layers are used, ending with cream. Refrigerate overnight for best results.

Pro Tip: The batter may seem runny but bakes into a soft, tender sponge. Ensure your oven is preheated for even baking.

Enjoy this luxurious cake, perfect for special occasions or a weekend treat!