Zuccotto Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Zuccotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp cherry brandy; 1 lb store-bought Madeira sponge cake; 1 lb ricotta cheese; 2/3 cup powdered sugar + extra, to dust; 4.25 oz dark chocolate, melted, at room temperature; 2 tbsp heavy cream; 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted; 3 oz mixed glace fruit, chopped; 1/2 cup raisins; None None small strawberries, to serve

Servings: persons

2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp cherry brandy
1 lb store-bought Madeira sponge cake
1 lb ricotta cheese
2/3 cup powdered sugar + extra, to dust
4.25 oz dark chocolate, melted, at room temperature
2 tbsp heavy cream
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
3 oz mixed glace fruit, chopped
1/2 cup raisins
None None small strawberries, to serve

1
Lightly coat a large glass bowl with oil. Line with plastic wrap.
2
Combine sugar and 1 1/2 tbsp water in a small pan over medium heat. Heat, stirring, for 2-3 mins, or until sugar dissolves. Simmer, without stirring, for 2 mins, or until syrupy. Cool then stir in cherry brandy.
3
Meanwhile, cut sponge cake into 1/3 inch thick slices then halve each slice diagonally to make thin triangles. Line prepared bowl with most of the sponge cake pieces, placing points towards the center. Reserve remaining slices. Brush sponge pieces in the bowl with sugar syrup.
4
Blend ricotta, powdered sugar, chocolate and cream in a food processor until smooth. Fold in almonds, glace fruit and sultanas. Transfer to lined bowl and smooth surface. Top with remaining sponge cake to cover, trimming if necessary. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 6 hours, or overnight.
5
Turn out zucotto onto a serving plate. Remove plastic wrap. Dust with powdered sugar and serve decorated with strawberries.

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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

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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp cherry brandy, 1 lb store-bought Madeira sponge cake, 1 lb ricotta cheese, and more.

Yes, Zuccotto falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Zuccotto

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