Description
Tiramisu Cake transforms the beloved Italian dessert into a layered showpiece that’s elegant and easy to make. It combines the rich flavor of espresso with silky mascarpone cream and a dusting of cocoa powder to finish. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself!
Ingredients
1 to 1½ cups strong espresso or coffee, cooled
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur or dark rum (optional)
2 cups heavy whipping cream
½ cup granulated sugar, divided
16 oz mascarpone cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
40–45 ladyfingers (Savoiardi style)
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- Brew the espresso and let it cool completely. Mix in liqueur if using.
- Whip heavy cream with ¼ cup sugar until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone, remaining ¼ cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger in cooled espresso, then line the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish.
- Spread a layer of mascarpone cream over the soaked ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layers, ending with a layer of cream on top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Dust generously with cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 6 hours minimum
- Category: Desserts