Description
This Tiramisu Cake brings all the classic flavor of Italian tiramisu in a beautiful layered cake form. With rich mascarpone cream, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa powder, it’s an elegant, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or simply indulging your sweet tooth. Best made ahead and chilled overnight, it slices beautifully and tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
36 ladyfingers (savoiardi)
1 1/2 cups brewed espresso (cooled)
1/4 cup coffee liqueur or Marsala wine (optional)
6 large egg yolks
3/4 cup granulated sugar
16 ounces mascarpone cheese (cold)
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
1. Brew the espresso and let it cool to room temperature. Stir in the coffee liqueur if using. Set aside.
2. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until thick and pale. (Optional: cook over a double boiler for 5 minutes to pasteurize.) Let cool.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
4. Gently stir the mascarpone cheese in another bowl to loosen it. Fold in the egg mixture, then fold in the whipped cream. Add vanilla extract.
5. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture for 1–2 seconds per side.
6. Line the bottom of a springform pan with dipped ladyfingers to form the first layer.
7. Spread a layer of mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers and smooth it out.
8. Repeat the process—layering soaked ladyfingers and cream—until the pan is full, ending with a layer of cream.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight.
10. Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.
Notes
Best enjoyed chilled. For clean slices, dip a knife in hot water and wipe clean between cuts. Can be made a day in advance for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: tiramisu cake, Italian dessert, no-bake cake, mascarpone dessert