Description
Silky layers of coffee tiramisu cake blend Italian elegance with rich espresso-soaked sponge, creating a dreamy dessert that whispers sweet indulgence. Coffee lovers will savor each luxurious bite of this classic Italian treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
Cake Liquid Ingredients:
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
- ½ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional, like Kahlua or Tia Maria)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Finishing and Filling Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mascarpone cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Dry Spices and Stabilizers:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare baking equipment by warming the oven to 350F (175C) and preparing two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and light grease coating.
- Create a dry ingredient mixture by whisking flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, blend butter and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes pale, creamy, and develops a light, airy texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter-sugar mixture, ensuring complete integration after each addition, then gently stir in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor depth.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk and stirring carefully to maintain a smooth, consistent batter without overmixing.
- Distribute the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans, ensuring balanced layers and smooth surface tops.
- Place pans in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cake’s center – it should emerge clean with no raw batter.
- Remove cakes from oven and allow them to rest in their pans for 10 minutes to stabilize the structure.
- Carefully transfer cakes to a wire cooling rack, allowing them to reach room temperature completely before further preparation or decorating.
Notes
- Swap regular flour with gluten-free flour blend for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals without compromising cake texture.
- Enhance coffee flavor by brushing cake layers with espresso or strong brewed coffee before assembling, intensifying the tiramisu-inspired profile.
- Consider using decaf coffee or reducing caffeine content if serving to children or caffeine-sensitive guests, maintaining the rich flavor essence.
- Room temperature ingredients ensure smoother batter and more even cake rise, so remove eggs, butter, and milk from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Drinks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg