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Tiramisu Cake

Heavenly Tiramisu Cake: The Perfect Indulgent Treat

This Heavenly Tiramisu Cake is the perfect indulgent treat, featuring rich layers of mascarpone and coffee flavors.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 12 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Genoise Sponge Cake
  • 6 large eggs Provides structure and moisture.
  • 1⅛ cups white sugar Adds sweetness and promotes rise.
  • cups cake flour Essential for a light crumb.
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil Keeps the sponge moist.
  • 3 tablespoons milk Introduces richness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 16 oz mascarpone cheese Star ingredient for creaminess.
  • ¼ cup amaretto Optional for flavor.
  • 4 large egg yolks Enriches the cream.
  • ¼ cup white sugar Sweetens the cream.
  • 2 cups heavy cream Provides stability.
For the Coffee Soak
  • 6 shots espresso Provides coffee flavor.
  • cup amaretto Optional for flavor.
For Decoration
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder For dusting.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • electric mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs and 1⅛ cups white sugar until pale and triples in volume, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Fold in 1½ cups sifted cake flour, then add ¼ cup vegetable oil, 3 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden; let cool completely.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk 4 egg yolks with ¼ cup white sugar until creamy.
  6. Gradually add 16 oz mascarpone cheese and ¼ cup amaretto, mixing until smooth.
  7. In another bowl, whip 2 cups heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
  8. For the coffee soak, combine 6 shots of espresso with ⅓ cup amaretto. Set aside to cool.
  9. Assemble by placing one layer of cake in a pan, generously soaking, spreading cream, and repeating layers.
  10. Finish with a layer of cream, chill for hours or overnight, and dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 700IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the cake overnight for best flavor blending. Customize easily with no alcohol or gluten-free ingredients.

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