Italian Cassata* * * * *

Prep: 30 min Cuisine: Italian

A vibrant Italian ice cream cake layered with fruit and nuts, perfect for festive gatherings and dessert lovers seeking a refreshing, indulgent treat with a nutty flavor profile.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 qt vanilla ice cream, softened
  • 1 qt raspberry sherbet, softened
  • 3/4 qt pistachio ice cream, softened
  • 1/2 cup diced candied fruit
  • 2 tablespoons rum
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Fold the softened vanilla ice cream, raspberry sherbet, and pistachio ice cream together in a large bowl.
  2. Stir in the diced candied fruit and rum until evenly distributed.
  3. Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gradually add sugar to the egg whites and continue whipping until glossy.
  5. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the ice cream mixture.
  6. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
  7. Fold the whipped cream into the ice cream mixture gently.
  8. Pour the mixture into a prepared mold and freeze until firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

397 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 23g 46% DV
Total Fat 9.8g 13% DV
Carbs 40g 15% DV
Fiber 3.3g 12% DV
Sugar 23.9g 48% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 394.8mg 17% DV
Potassium 391.5mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 33.5mg 11% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 135.3mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 64mg 5% DV
Iron 0.3mg 2% DV
Diet fit High-protein Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk Egg Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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