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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 23 cm round cake pan with butter or nonstick spray.
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In a mixing bowl, blend mascarpone cheese, limoncello liqueur, and granulated sugar until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition for a velvety batter.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, lemon zest, and salt until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the mascarpone mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
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Gently stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream until the batter is smooth and uniform.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar. Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.
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Slice with a sharp knife and serve to enjoy the full citrus aroma and creamy texture.