Cassata Napoletana
Author/Submitted by: Servings: 6 Categories:
Cakes
/
Desserts
Ingredients: 2
Round/Squar
Sponge Cake,
about 9" in diameter
1
Cup
Cherry Preserves 1/2
Recipe
Neapolitan Custard,
* see recipe
Walnuts,
chopped
Whole
Candied Cherries
Candied Fruit, Chopped,
optional
Directions:
Carefully slice the sponge cake in half horizontally to make 4 thin
layers. Place one layer on a serving plate and cover with half of the
preserves. Set the second layer on top and spread thickly with
Neapolitan Custard. Set the third layer on top and spread with the
remaining preserves. Cover with the last layer, spread it with
Neapolitan Custard and garnish with chopped walnuts, candied
cherries and mixed candied fruit. Chill for at least 2 hours before
serving.
Serves 6.
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