Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of coffee and creamy mascarpone with this decadent Coffee Tiramisu Cake. A perfect fusion of classic tiramisu and a luscious layer cake, this dessert is sure to impress at any gathering or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake:
- 1 box vanilla or yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box: eggs, oil, water)
Coffee Mixture:
- 1 cup brewed strong coffee or espresso (cooled)
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
Mascarpone Filling:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Additional:
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Bake the cake according to package directions in two 9-inch round cake pans. Let cool and level tops if needed.
- Make Coffee Mixture: Combine cooled coffee with coffee liqueur in a small bowl.
- Prepare Mascarpone Filling: Beat mascarpone, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold into mascarpone mixture.
- Assemble Cake: Layer cake, brushing with coffee mixture and spreading mascarpone filling between layers.
- Chill and Serve: Chill for at least 4 hours. Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For an alcohol-free version, skip the coffee liqueur and use more brewed coffee.
- The cake is best served chilled and can be made a day in advance.
- You can also use homemade sponge cake or ladyfingers for a more traditional base.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
