Tiramisu cake with coffee and mascarpone

Tiramisu Cake with Coffee and Mascarpone is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining the rich flavors of coffee and mascarpone cheese in a layered cake form. This cake features coffee-soaked layers and a creamy mascarpone filling, capturing the essence of traditional tiramisu. Here’s how to make it:

Tiramisu Cake with Coffee and Mascarpone Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake Layers:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Coffee Syrup:

• 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• ¼ cup granulated sugar

For the Mascarpone Filling:

• 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish (Optional):

• Cocoa powder
• Shaved chocolate
• Coffee beans

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Layers

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.

2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. Add eggs: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.

5. Mix in sour cream and milk: Add the sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until smooth.

6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

7. Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Coffee Syrup

1. Dissolve sugar: In a small bowl, stir the granulated sugar into the cooled brewed coffee until fully dissolved.

Step 3: Prepare the Mascarpone Filling

1. Whip cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

2. Mix mascarpone and sugar: In another bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.

3. Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until smooth and well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

1. Level cakes: If necessary, level the tops of the cooled cake layers with a knife to create an even surface.

2. Soak cake layers: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Brush or drizzle with half of the coffee syrup.

3. Add mascarpone filling: Spread a layer of mascarpone filling over the soaked cake layer.

4. Add second layer: Place the second cake layer on top and brush or drizzle with the remaining coffee syrup.

5. Frost the cake: Spread the remaining mascarpone filling over the top and sides of the cake.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

1. Garnish (Optional): Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder, and sprinkle with shaved chocolate or coffee beans for an elegant touch.

2. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.

3. Slice and enjoy: Slice the cake and serve chilled.

This Tiramisu Cake with Coffee and Mascarpone brings the classic flavors of tiramisu into a cake form, perfect for a sophisticated dessert or special occasion. Enjoy!