Tiramisu Cake Recipes

 

Recipe: Tiramisu Cake

Ingredients: For the Cake:

  • 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk

For the Coffee Soaking Syrup:

  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Tiramisu Filling:

  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)

For Assembly:

  • Cocoa powder, for dusting
  • Chocolate shavings or grated chocolate, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

For the Cake:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  8. Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Coffee Soaking Syrup:

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the brewed coffee, coffee liqueur (if using), and granulated sugar until the sugar is dissolved.

For the Tiramisu Filling:

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
  2. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone cheese. If desired, stir in the coffee liqueur for extra flavor.

Assembly:

  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Brush a generous amount of the coffee soaking syrup over the top of the cake.
  2. Spread half of the tiramisu filling over the soaked cake layer.
  3. Add the second cake layer on top and brush it with the remaining coffee soaking syrup.
  4. Spread the remaining tiramisu filling over the top and sides of the cake.
  5. Dust the top with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings or grated chocolate, if desired.

Conclusion:

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Tiramisu Cake, a delightful fusion of moist and tender cake layers soaked in coffee syrup and layered with a luscious mascarpone cream filling. This elegant dessert embodies the classic Italian dessert’s essence, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or a memorable sweet treat. Share the pleasure of this Tiramisu Cake with your loved ones, and let them savor the harmony of coffee and mascarpone in every delectable bite. Happy baking!