Description
Tiramisu Cake is a luxurious dessert that transforms the classic Italian tiramisu into a layered cake, featuring coffee-soaked sponge layers, creamy mascarpone filling, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups brewed strong coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
- Combine cooled coffee and coffee liqueur.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold mascarpone into the whipped cream.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and brush generously with coffee mixture.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the layer.
- Top with second cake layer, brush with coffee, and frost with remaining cream.
- Dust the top generously with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Chill the cake for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Use high-quality mascarpone for best flavor.
- Alcohol can be omitted if preferred.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian