Tiramisu Cake
This Tiramisu Cake combines the classic flavors of tiramisu in a beautiful cake form, creating a luscious dessert that’s perfect for coffee lovers and special occasions.
Equipment
- 9-Inch Round Cake Pans: For baking the cake layers.
- Mixing Bowls: For mixing the batter and cream.
- Electric Mixer: For whipping the cream and mascarpone.
- Spatula: For spreading cream and scraping bowls.
- Cooling Rack: To cool the cake layers completely.
- Sifter: For dusting cocoa powder on top.
Ingredients
- For the Cake Layers:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- For the Coffee Mixture:
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur optional
- For the Mascarpone Cream:
- 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another, beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla. Gradually mix in dry ingredients and milk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then on a rack.
- Mix coffee and liqueur. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Mix mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla, then fold in whipped cream.
- Assemble by soaking the first layer with coffee, adding half the cream, then repeating with the second layer.
- Chill for at least 4 hours, dust with cocoa before serving.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different flavorings or additions like chocolate chips in the mascarpone cream for a delightful twist!