Easy No-Bake Cassata Cake Recipe
Description
This delightful Easy No-Bake Cassata Cake, adapted from a classic Glamour cookbook, has become a cherished tradition at every holiday gathering in our family. The beauty of this dessert lies not only in its rich flavor but also in its simplicity; there’s no need to turn on the oven! Perfect for Easter celebrations, this cake is particularly accommodating for diabetic friends and family members, especially when made with sugar-free cakes and substitutes. Feel free to customize it with your favorite mix-ins—our family adores the mini chocolate chip version, but you can also incorporate maraschino cherries, strawberries, various chips, nuts, or flavors like vanilla, almond, or mint. Let your creativity shine!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ricotta cheese | 2 cups |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1/2 cup |
| Mini chocolate chips | 1 cup (or to taste) |
| Angel food cake | 2 (prepared) |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3763.3 |
| Total Fat | 207.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 128.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 768.2 mg |
| Sodium | 3405.7 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 420 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Sugars | 232.9 g |
| Protein | 71.7 g |
Instructions
- Begin by slicing each angel food cake into three even layers, making two evenly spaced cuts, and set them aside for later assembly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, half of the mini chocolate chips, and sugar. Mix until well blended and creamy.
- On a large cake tray, place the first layer of cake and generously spread the ricotta mixture on top to create the cassata cream layer.
- Continue to alternate layers of cake and cassata cream until all three layers are stacked. For added richness, consider adding an extra layer of cassata cream on the top layer if you have leftover mixture.
- In another large bowl, use chilled beaters to whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Once whipped, cover the entire assembled cake with a fluffy layer of whipped cream, ensuring it looks beautifully decadent.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy. Note that while the cake will look best for about a day, it will remain delicious for a few more days.
Enjoy this sumptuous Easy No-Bake Cassata Cake with your loved ones and let your imagination take flight with mix-ins and flavors!
