Tiramisu Cake

Imagine creamy layers of mascarpone nestled between soft vanilla espresso soaked sponge cake then dusted with a deep rich cocoa powder. Like the classic Italian dessert, this Tiramisu cake has the perfect combination of flavors and textures brought together in a delicious layer cake.

If you love the rich smooth flavors of Tiramisu but are interested in a more traditional style birthday cake, then this recipe is for you. It combines the deep intense flavors of fresh brewed espresso with decadent mascarpone cream, layered between a light and tender sponge cake instead of the traditional ladyfingers, then dusted with a rich chocolatey cocoa powder bringing those classic Italian flavors together to form a show stopper of a dessert that is great to serve at any celebration.

Why You Need To Make This Cake

• The Flavor Is Incredible: The combination of espresso soaked sponge cake, the creamy mascarpone filling and that deep rich cocoa powder will have your taste buds in a whirl wind. It’s those perfect combination of flavors and textures that will have you coming back for more.
• Simple To Make: You can create this delicious cake with simple ingredients that you probable already have in your pantry. Layer that with a silky mascarpone cream and your guests will think you slaved all day making it. Sshh, you don’t have to tell them how easy it was.
• Perfect Texture: Every bite of that tender coffee soaked sponge cake combined with the creamy mascarpone just melts in your mouth.
• Perfect For Any Occasion: Whether a birthday, anniversary or just to treat yourself, this is a perfect cake for any occasion.

Tips For Making This Cake

• Preparation: Preparing the cakes a day or two in advance is a real time saver. Just bake, cool completely then wrap in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator until ready to assemble.
• Mascarpone Cream: With most other frosting like buttercream or cream cheese I would suggest bringing your ingredients to room temperature but not with mascarpone. It is best to leave it in the refrigerator until ready to use and it will still have a smooth and creamy texture that is perfect for frosting.
• Coffee Soak: Unlike with ladyfingers, it will be difficult to dunk the entire cake in your espresso, so instead use a pastry brush and brush on your espresso to your desired level.

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What You Need To Make This Cake

Equipment:

• Baking Pans: This cake uses a 8” Round Baking Pan. I like to use one that is made of aluminum due to the fact that they are great heat conductors which allow the cake to bake evenly.
• Parchment Paper: Line the bottom of your baking pans with a 8” Parchment Round. This will ensure that the cake wont stick to the bottom of the pan.
• Mixer: I like to use a Stand Mixer to mix my ingredients but an Electric Hand Mixer will work also.
• Silicone Spatula: I love using a Silicone Spatula to scrape out every last bit of batter out of my mixing bowl.

Ingredients:

• Flour: A good All Purpose Flour works best.
• Cornstarch: Using Cornstarch will create a more tender, crumbly cake.
• Baking Powder & Baking Soda: The leavening agents in this cake, giving it rise making for a fluffy tender cake.
• Salt: A pinch of salt helps to enhance the flavors in your recipes.
• Butter: I always use unsalted butter so that I can control the salt content in my recipes.
• Sugar: This recipe uses both Granulated Sugar and Powdered Sugar not only as a sweetener but to also add texture.
• Eggs: This is the binder in the cake, giving it structure.
• Yogurt: A thick full fat or less fat plain greek yogurt.
• Oil: I use Avocado Oil because of its neutral flavor and health benefits.
• Vanilla Extract: I always opt for Pure Vanilla Extract due to intense vanilla flavor.
• Strong Coffee: To soak each layer of tender cake.
• Mascarpone Cheese: The base for the delicious cream filling.
• Heavy Whipping Cream: Whipped with the mascarpone to give it a soft and creamy texture.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: I like to use a Double Dark Unsweetened Cocoa Powder for its deep intense chocolate flavor.
• Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans: This is optional as a decoration but will add a bit of crunch to your cake.