Ingredients

For the cake:

1. 140 grams of butter
2. 1 egg
3. 100 grams of sugar
4. 10 grams of vanilla sugar
5. orange peel
6. 300 grams of flour
7. 10 grams of baking powder

For the cream:

1. 500 ml of milk
2. 1 egg yolk
3. 10 grams of vanilla sugar
4. 4 tablespoons of sugar
5. 5 tablespoons cornstarch
6. 50 ml orange juice
7. 150 ml sweetened whipping cream
8. 200 grams of peaches in syrup

Preparation Procedure

Preparation of Impasto:

1. In a large saucepan, mix the ammorbidite butter with the sugar until you obtain a creamy consistency.
2. Add the egg, grated orange peel and yeast.
3. Gradually add the flour until you obtain a homogeneous dough.
4. We let it rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Preparation of the Cream:

1. In a saucepan, heat the milk mixed with sugar, vanilla sugar and orange juice.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolk with the cornstarch.
3. Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg yolk and starch mixture, mixing constantly.
4. We put it back on the heat and cook until it thickens. Once ready, we let it cool.

Assembly and Baking:

1. We stretch the dough on a previously greased and floured tray.
2. We pour the prepared cream and decorate with the peaches in syrup.
3. We bake at 180°C for approximately 40-45 minutes, or until the cake is golden and ready.

Conclusion

This Italian cake is a true delicacy that has won hearts throughout the country. With its softness and unique flavor, it is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Now that you know the recipe, you can surprise your loved ones with this delicious cake in 2024. Don’t wait any longer to enjoy this Italian delight in your own home!

Frequent questions

1. Can I substitute peaches in syrup for another fruit?

Yes, you can experiment with other fruits in syrup of your choice, such as pears or plums.

2. Can margarine be used instead of butter?

Yes, you can use margarine as a substitute for butter if you prefer.

3. How long can this cake be kept?

This cake can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days if well covered.

4. Can I omit the orange peel in the recipe?

The orange peel adds a unique flavor to the cake, but if you don’t like it, you can omit it without affecting the final result too much.

5. Does the cream need to be refrigerated before using it?

Yes, it is important that the cream is completely cooled before pouring it over the cake batter for best results.