San Marino Cake (torta Di San Marino)
The San Marino Cake, also known as Torta di San Marino, is a traditional dessert from Sammarinese cuisine. This delicious cake is a perfect representation of the rich culinary heritage of San Marino.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan on a wire rack, then turn out onto a serving plate.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 4g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Whisk Cake pan Cooling rack
Tools
Oven Mixer Toothpick
Serving suggestions
Serve the San Marino Cake with a dusting of powdered sugar and a dollop of whipped cream.
Tips & tricks
For a citrusy twist, add the zest of one lemon or orange to the batter before baking.
Cost
$10