Photograph of the finished Cassata

Italy · Bánh Cassata Sicilia

Cassata

1 hr 30 min Hands-on time + 12 hr waiting
HardDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Serves 4 Amounts follow along 4

What to get ready

  • Photograph of Ricotta cheese Ricotta cheese 1.6 lb
  • Photograph of Powdered sugar Powdered sugar 11.3 oz
  • Photograph of Almond flour Almond flour 8.5 oz
  • Photograph of Dark chocolate Dark chocolate 4.2 oz
  • Photograph of Savoiardi biscuits Savoiardi biscuits 8.5 oz
  • Photograph of Pistachios Pistachios 2.8 oz
  • Photograph of Orange Orange 2
  • Photograph of Marsala Wine Marsala Wine ½ cup

Method

  1. 1 Let the ricotta sit overnight, then whisk it until smooth with powdered sugar and chopped chocolate.
  2. 2 Knead the almond flour with powdered sugar and a little green food coloring to form a marzipan shape, then roll it out thinly.
  3. 3 Line a round baking pan with marzipan alternating with savoiardi biscuits coated in Marsala sauce.
  4. 4 Pour the ricotta filling into the center, flatten it, and then cover the bottom with a layer of biscuit.
  5. 5 Refrigerate overnight, then turn upside down and top with a layer of white sugar and candied fruit.
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