Tiramisu Cake

Are you a coffee lover???? If yes this cake is for you!

Here’s a recipe for a classic tiramisu cake:

Ingredients for the cake:

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

Ingredients for the coffee syrup:

• 1/2 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)

Ingredients for the tiramisu filling:

• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
• Cocoa powder for dusting
• Ladyfingers for decorating

Instructions Prepare the Cake:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
• In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
• Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

Prepare the Coffee Syrup:

• In a small saucepan, combine the brewed espresso or coffee and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved.
• Remove from heat and stir in the coffee liqueur if using. Let it cool.

1. Prepare the Tiramisu Filling:

• In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• Gently fold in the whipped cream until well combined.

1. Assemble the Tiramisu Cake:

• Cut each cooled cake layer in half horizontally, creating four thin layers in total.
• Place one layer on a serving plate and brush with the coffee syrup.
• Spread a portion of the tiramisu filling over the cake layer.
• Repeat this process with the remaining layers, finishing with a layer of tiramisu filling on top.

Decorate:

• Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder using a fine sieve.
• Decorate the edges with ladyfingers, and if desired, sprinkle more cocoa powder over them.

Chill:

• Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve and Enjoy:

• Slice and serve your delicious homemade tiramisu cake!

Enjoy your homemade tiramisu cake!