Description
A luscious tiramisu cake combining the classic flavors of espresso, mascarpone, and cocoa in a light, layered sponge cake format.
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 1/4 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cream)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper and grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, beat egg yolks with half the sugar and vanilla until thick and pale.
- In another bowl, whisk egg whites with salt until soft peaks form. Gradually add the rest of the sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture. Sift in flour and baking powder, then fold gently until just combined.
- Divide batter between the pans and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Mix the coffee and liqueur (if using) in a shallow dish.
- In a mixing bowl, beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. In another bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into mascarpone mixture.
- Slice each cake in half horizontally (to make 4 layers). Place one layer on a serving plate and brush generously with coffee mixture.
- Spread a layer of mascarpone cream over the cake. Repeat with remaining layers, ending with cream on top.
- Dust the top with cocoa powder and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
- Use a serrated knife to slice the cake evenly for neat layers.
- The coffee liqueur is optional but adds authentic flavor.
- Best made a day ahead to allow the flavors to develop fully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 160mg