Mimosa Cake: Easy Recipe for Women's Day.

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The Mimosa Cake is the traditional dessert March 8, day dedicated to the Women's Day. Fluffy, delicate and bright yellow in color, it owes its name precisely to its resemblance to the small flowers of the mimosa, the symbol of this holiday. Elegant but at the same time simple in its ingredients, it is a cake that combines lightness and taste, perfect for sharing with family or friends.

This dessert was born in the 1950s and has become over time a great classic of Italian pastries. Its special feature lies in the topping: crumbled sponge cake cubes that recreate the "mimosa" effect, making it scenic and refined.

Ingredients for a 22-cm mold (8 people)

For the sponge cake 6 room-temperature eggs, 180 g sugar, 150 g 00 flour, 50 g potato starch and a teaspoon of vanilla extract (or a sachet of vanillin) are needed.

For the crema diplomatica requires 500 ml whole milk, 4 egg yolks, 120 g sugar, 40 g cornstarch (or flour), untreated lemon zest and 200 ml fresh whipping cream.

For the bath 100 ml water, 50 g sugar and, if desired, lemon zest or a tablespoon of mild liqueur are sufficient.

Preparation of the sponge cake

The secret to a perfect sponge cake is to whisk the eggs for a long time with the sugar. They must become light, puffy and fluffy-this step takes at least 10 minutes with electric whips. It is the incorporated air that makes the cake fluffy, without the need for baking powder.

Once a voluminous mixture is obtained, sifted flour and starch are added, stirring gently from the bottom up so as not to disassemble the mixture. The mixture should be poured into a buttered and floured mold and baked in a static oven at 170°C for about 35 to 40 minutes. Before cutting it, it is essential to let it cool completely.

Preparing the diplomatic cream

Diplomatic cream is the combination of custard and whipped cream, which makes it lighter and velvety. You heat the milk with the lemon zest. Separately, you whip the egg yolks with the sugar until light, then add the sifted starch.

Warm strained milk is poured into the egg mixture and everything is returned to the heat, stirring until the cream thickens. Once ready, it should be covered with plastic wrap and allowed to cool completely. Only when it is cold is the whipped cream gently incorporated, stirring in slow motions from the bottom to the top.

Preparation of wetting

Wetting is used to keep the cake moist and soft. Simply dissolve sugar in hot water and let it cool. It can be flavored with lemon zest or a light liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or limoncello, for a more fragrant version.

Cake assembly

Once all the elements are ready, proceed to composition. The sponge cake should be divided into three horizontal disks. The first disc is placed on a serving plate and lightly wetted with syrup. A generous layer of diplomatic cream is spread and covered with the second disc, which will also be wet and filled.

The remaining cream is used to cover the entire surface of the cake, including the sides. The last disk of sponge cake is cut into small cubes and spread over and around the cake to create the mimosa effect. This is the most scenic moment, the one that makes the cake instantly recognizable.

The cake should rest in the refrigerator for at least three hours before serving so that the flavors blend perfectly.

Variants of mimosa cake

There are several variations of this classic dessert. One of the most popular is the one with thepineapple cubes inside the cream, which gives freshness and an exotic touch. In spring, it can be enriched with strawberries fresh, while for a more elegant version an orange liqueur dipping sauce can be used.

For an even fluffier cake, some pastry chefs replace some of the cream with Italian chantilly or add white chocolate chips for a more mouthwatering taste.

A sweet symbol of spring and femininity

The Mimosa Cake is not just a dessert, but a symbol. Its color evokes spring, rebirth and delicacy. Preparing it for March 8 means celebrating with sweetness and care, devoting time and care to a special moment.

Soft, fragrant and light, it is the perfect dessert to pay tribute to women with elegance and simplicity. Bringing it to the table means sharing a gesture of affection that smacks of tradition and celebration.