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.

San Marino Cake (torta Di 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

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  7. 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