Howard Bulka's Strawberry Icebox Cake

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   The day before serving, make the soaking syrup.

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   Puree the strawberries in a food processor.

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   Push through a sieve to remove the seeds.

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   Combine with the sugar and strawberry liqueur.

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   Thin with a little water if necessary.

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   Combine the mascarpone and sour cream.

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   In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks.

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   Slowly beat in the sugar.

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   Fold the 2 mixtures together, until smooth and well blended.

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    To assemble: Soak the ladyfingers for half a minute or so in the strawberry syrup.

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    Layer half of the ladyfingers on the bottom of a 10-inch springform pan, then cover with half of the cream filling.

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    Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers and cream filling.

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    Smooth the top of the cake, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

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    When ready to serve, unmold the cake onto a platter.

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    Garnish with white chocolate and additional whipped cream, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.