One of the best sophisticated and delicious desserts that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also elevates any occasion is the one and only – Tiramisu cake! A delightful fusion of the classic Italian dessert and a mouth-watering cake, this cake is perfect to sweeten your celebrations. Whether it is a birthday, anniversary or just a get-together, a tiramisu cake can impress all your friends and family.
The Allure of Tiramisu Cake
Translated to English, Tiramisu means “Pick me up” in Italian. Made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, cocoa, and a hint of liqueur, the dessert is a harmonious fusion of textures and flavours.
You can also make this cake at home if you want to. Wondering, how to make tiramisu cake? All you have to do is follow the below Tiramisu cake recipe and enjoy making it to mark the upcoming occasion extra special. Usually, people order cakes online but why don’t you enjoy making it at home and pat yourself on the back for your baking skills?
Ingredients You Will Need
To create this exquisite Tiramisu Cake, gather the following ingredients:
For the Cake Layers:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
For the Coffee Syrup:
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Mascarpone Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Assembly and Decoration:
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Step-by-Step Recipe
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Bake the Cake Layers:
- To begin with, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans then take a medium-sized bowl, and whisk together the flour, salt, baking soda and powder. Keep it aside.
- Then, take a large bowl, and beat the sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mix well after each addition and then stir in the vanilla.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- To check if it is baked properly or not, insert a toothpick into the centre, if it comes out clean then voila!
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Coffee Syrup:
In a small bowl, combine the brewed coffee, coffee liqueur (optional), and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Keep it aside. -
Make the Mascarpone Filling:
- Take a large bowl and beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Now, gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
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Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cake is cooled completely, level the tops using a serrated knife.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
- Using a pastry brush, generously soak the top with the coffee syrup and spread half of the mascarpone filling over the soaked cake layer
- Now, place the second cake layer on the top and repeat the soaking process with the remaining coffee syrup. Spread the rest of the mascarpone filling over the top and sides of the cake.
- Dust the top of the cake with unsweetened cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings if you want it to look more appealing.
