It'S So Italian Easter Cake With A Cappuccino Swirl

Name: It'S So Italian Easter Cake With A Cappuccino Swirl & Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pam cooking spray; Wondra Flour; Swirl:; 1/3 cup light brown sugar; 1/2 cup ground sliced almonds; 1 tablespoon Kahlua; 1 tablespoon Cappucino flavored coffee powder (Hills Brothers Double Moca Drink Mix is OK)*; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Cake Batter:; 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal (Quaker is OK); 1/2 cup ground sliced almonds; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon table salt; 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups granulated sugar; 5 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon almond extract; Glaze:; 2 teaspoons unsalted butter; 1 cup confectioner's sugar; 1 tablespoon Kahlua; 1 tablespoon half and half or cream; 1 tablespoon cappucino flavored coffee powder *

Servings: persons

Pam cooking spray
Wondra Flour
Swirl:
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup ground sliced almonds
1 tablespoon Kahlua
1 tablespoon Cappucino flavored coffee powder (Hills Brothers Double Moca Drink Mix is OK)*
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cake Batter:
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal (Quaker is OK)
1/2 cup ground sliced almonds
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon table salt
8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
Glaze:
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1 cup confectioner's sugar
1 tablespoon Kahlua
1 tablespoon half and half or cream
1 tablespoon cappucino flavored coffee powder *

1
["Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Set the rack to the lower third of the oven. Lightly coat a Nordic Ware Chrysanthemum Bundt Pan with Pam (or any 10 cup Bundt pan you like). Brush the oil into the groves. Dust lightly with Wondra flour; tap lightly over the sink to remove any excess flour. Set the pan on a rimmed 1/4 sheet pan.", "MAKE THE SWIRL: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, ground almonds, Kahlua, cappuccino powder and cinnamon. Set aside.", "MAKE THE CAKE: In a large mixing bowl whisk together the flour, cornmeal, ground almonds, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
2
With an electric mixer on medium (5) speed, beat the mascarpone cheese, butter and sugar until very light and fluffy; about 5 minutes. Scrape the bowl once or twice.
3
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla and almond extract.
4
On medium-low (3) speed, add the flour and egg mixture in 5 increments; begin and end with the flour. Scrape the bowl a few times during this process.
5
Remove the bowl from the mixer. With a large rubber spatula give a final mix to the batter.
6
Scrape 1/3 of the batter into the pan. Evenly sprinkle, without touching the sides of the pan, 1/2 the swirl filling; then evenly top with 1/3 batter and remaining swirl filling. Evenly top with the remaining batter. Scrape the batter towards the edge of the pan. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove any excess air. Bake 60-75 (60) minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a tester comes out clean. Cool 15 minutes in the pan; remove and then cool completely on a serving platter.", "MAKE THE GLAZE: In a small saucepan over low heat, add the butter and Kahlua. Whisk in the remaining glaze ingredients just until smooth and gently simmering. Add more half and half if too thick. Immediately drizzle over the cooled cake starting from the top. Use a small whisk to drizzle. Work quickly as the glaze hardens almost immediately. Serve the cake at room temperature."]

1711

kcal

Calories

Fat

223

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pam cooking spray, Wondra Flour, Swirl:, 1/3 cup light brown sugar, and more.

Yes, It'S So Italian Easter Cake With A Cappuccino Swirl & Glaze falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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It'S So Italian Easter Cake With A Cappuccino Swirl & Glaze

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