Pandoro Christmas Tree Cake (Italian Christmas Cake)
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How to Make Italian Pandoro Christmas Tree Cake- a festive Pandoro Christmas Tree layered with luscious mascarpone whipped cream vibrant raspberry jam decorated with pistachios, pomegranate seeds, and powdered sugar. Experience a taste of Italian tradition in every slice. Customize toppings to your preference! It;s a fantastic Christmas cake for the holiday season.
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Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 good quality store-bought Pandoro or this one
- 1 cup raspberry jam + 1 tablespoon hot water combined
For the Mascarpone Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 17.5 ounce mascarpone cheese 500 gr, room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
For Decoration:
- shelled pistachios quantity as desired
- pomegranate seeds red currants, or small berries (quantity as desired)
- powdered sugar for dusting
- Decoration: White Star
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Instructions
- Prepare the Pandoro: Carefully unwrap the Pandoro and cut it into five large horizontal slices. Set aside.
- Make the Mascarpone Whipped Cream: In a large mixing bowl, pour the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar. Using handheld beaters or an electric mixer, whip the cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
- Add the mascarpone, and lemon zest, extract in another bowl, and beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
- Gently fold the mascarpone mixture into the whipped cream mixture until evenly combined.
- Assemble the Cake: Place the bottom piece of the Pandoro on a serving platter or cake stand. Spread a layer of raspberry jam on top of the Pandoro layer. Add a quarter of the cream mixture on top of the raspberry jam.
- Offset the next slice of pandoro on top of the last so the points don't match (to resemble a Christmas tree).
- Continue layering, alternating between Pandoro, raspberry jam, and mascarpone whipped cream, until you've used all the Pandoro layers.
- Decorate the Cake: Starting from the top of the cake, gently press-shelled pistachios into the mascarpone whipped cream. Scatter pomegranate seeds and pistachios over the top of the cake for a festive and colorful touch.Finish by dusting the entire cake with powdered sugar, resembling snow on a Christmas tree.
- Chill (optional) and Serve: Place the decorated Pandoro Christmas tree cake in the refrigerator to set for at least 1 hour or overnight (optional). Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the cake to firm up and is great for making ahead of time.
- Before serving, allow the cake to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing. Slice using a serrated knife and enjoy your festive Pandoro Christmas Tree Cake!
Notes
- Start with Quality Pandoro: Begin with a high-quality store-bought Pandoro as your cake base. Look for one that is fresh and has a good flavor.
- Slice Carefully: When slicing the Pandoro, use a sharp serrated knife and a gentle sawing motion to create even layers. Take your time to ensure each layer is the desired thickness.
- Whip Cream to Stiff Peaks: Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. This ensures a stable mascarpone whipped cream that holds its shape and doesn't become too runny.
- Room Temperature Mascarpone: This helps the mascarpone meld better with the whipped cream mixture.
Layer Evenly: Assemble the cake layers evenly to create a symmetrical Christmas tree shape. Spread the mascarpone whipped cream and jam evenly between layers to maintain balance.
Use a Sharp Serrated Knife for slicing.
- Use a Sharp Serrated Knife for slicing.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
824kcal
(41%)
Carbohydrates
77g
(26%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
53g
(82%)
Saturated Fat
33g
(165%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
170mg
(57%)
Sodium
334mg
(14%)
Potassium
123mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
54g
(108%)
Vitamin A
1805IU
(36%)
Vitamin C
6mg
(7%)
Calcium
183mg
(18%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6-8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 824 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 824kcal | 41% |
| Carbohydrates | 77g | 26% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 53g | 82% |
| Saturated Fat | 33g | 165% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 170mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 334mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 54g | 108% |
| Vitamin A | 1805IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 183mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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