Baileys Mascarpone Cream Cake

A favorite for adults. Irish cream liqueur pairs perfectly with neutral mascarpone. The sponge is just a vessel for the boozy cream.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 1 hr 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 410 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Cake pan
  • Mixer
  • Parchment paper

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Whip egg whites with sugar, add yolks, fold in flour mix.

Tip: Classic sponge method.
2

Bake 25-30 mins. Cool completely.

Tip: No peeking!
3

Mix mascarpone, sugar, Baileys.

Tip: Don't overmix.
4

Whip cream, fold into mascarpone.

Tip: Lightens texture.
5

Fill and frost cake.

Tip: Top with chocolate shavings.

Recipe FAQ

Safe for kids?
No, alcohol doesn't bake out of the cream.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (cold)
  • 1/3 cup Baileys Irish Cream
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners' Sugar