🍨 Cassata Ice Cream Recipe – Food by Shalini

Timming ror cassata ice cream recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Freezing Time: 8 hours
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert

Ingredients for cassata icecream recipe

For the Ice Cream Layers

• 1 litre vanilla ice cream
• 500 ml strawberry ice cream
• 500 ml chocolate ice cream
• ½ cup tutti fruti
• ¼ cup chopped roasted cashews
• ¼ cup chopped almonds
• 2 tbsp chocolate chips

For the Cake Base

• 1 vanilla sponge cake, about 1 inch thick

For Garnishing

• 2 tbsp tutti frutti
• 2 tbsp chopped nuts
• Chocolate chips or chocolate shavings
• 2–3 glazed cherries

Method

1. Prepare the mould: Line a loaf tin with cling film, leaving extra film hanging over the sides. This will make it easier to remove the cassata later.
2. Add the first layer: Let the chocolate ice cream soften slightly. Spread it evenly in the bottom of the lined tin. Sprinkle some chopped nuts and chocolate chips.
3. Add the second layer: Spread the strawberry ice cream over the chocolate layer. Sprinkle tutti frutti evenly on top.
4. Add the vanilla layer: Spread softened vanilla ice cream over the strawberry layer and smooth the surface.
5. Place the cake: Cut the vanilla sponge to fit the size of the mould. Place it over the vanilla ice cream layer and press gently.
6. Freeze: Cover tightly with the excess cling film and freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight.
7. Unmould: Remove the cassata from the freezer and let it sit for 3–5 minutes. Carefully lift it out using the cling film.
8. Garnish: Decorate with chopped nuts, tutti frutti, chocolate shavings and glazed cherries.
9. Slice & serve: Use a sharp knife dipped in warm water to cut neat slices. Serve immediately.

✨ Tips for Perfect Cassata Ice Cream Recipe

• Use good-quality ice cream for rich flavour and smooth layers.
• Don’t let the ice cream melt completely while assembling.
• Freeze each layer for a few minutes if you want especially clean, distinct layers.
• Line the mould properly with cling film for easy unmoulding.
• Always use a hot, sharp knife for clean slices.

🍰 Serving Suggestion

Serve chilled slices of cassata with extra chocolate sauce, chopped nuts, tutti frutti and cherries for a colourful and festive dessert.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cassata ice cream?
Cassata is a layered frozen dessert traditionally made with different ice cream flavours, nuts, candied fruits and a sponge cake base.

Can I make cassata without cake?
Yes. You can skip the sponge cake and make it entirely with layered ice cream.

Can I use different ice cream flavours?
Absolutely! Mango, pistachio, butterscotch or any other favourite flavour can be used.

How long should cassata freeze?
For firm, clean layers, freeze it for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.