Description
This decadent Tiramisu Cake combines the rich flavors of espresso, mascarpone, and vanilla in a light, fluffy white cake. Perfect for special occasions or a delicious treat anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Cake:
- 16.25 ounces white cake mix (Betty Crocker Favorites is the only one this size)
- 1¼ cups water
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large egg whites, room temperature
For the Coffee Drizzle:
- ½ cup hot water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur (Kahlua, optional)
For the Mascarpone Cheese Frosting:
- 16 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 4 cups cold heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- Whole coffee beans (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven according to the cake mix instructions.
- Grease and flour your cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and egg whites. Mix according to the package instructions until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake according to the package instructions or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans.
2. Make the Coffee Drizzle:
- In a small bowl, combine the hot water, granulated sugar, and espresso powder. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- If using, add the coffee liqueur and stir.
- Once the cakes have cooled, drizzle the coffee mixture over the cakes.
3. Make the Mascarpone Cheese Frosting:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, cold heavy cream, vanilla extract, and sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form.
- Add the unsweetened cocoa powder and gently fold it in until fully incorporated.
4. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes are drizzled with coffee, frost the top of one cake layer with the mascarpone frosting.
- Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the mascarpone frosting.
- Garnish with whole coffee beans on top for decoration.
5. Serve:
- Allow the cake to set in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the rich flavors of this Tiramisu Cake!
Notes
- For a more intense coffee flavor, increase the amount of espresso powder.
- The Kahlua is optional but adds a lovely depth of flavor.
- The cake can be made a day ahead for best flavor development.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg