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**Tiramisu Cake – Mmmmm, It’s Amazing!**
Let’s dive into the delicious details.
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Traditional tiramisu is a no-bake dessert made with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder. This tiramisu cake keeps all those iconic flavors but builds them into a light, fluffy sponge cake soaked in coffee syrup and layered with mascarpone whipped cream.
The result? A dessert that’s elegant enough for a celebration but simple enough to make just because you’re craving something incredible.
### 🍰 Ingredients You’ll Need
**For the Coffee Soak:**
– 1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
– 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa or optional)
– 1 tablespoon sugar
**For the Topping:**
– Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
– Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
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#### 1. **Bake the Cake Layers**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
– In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
– Gently fold in the flour and baking powder. Add warm milk and vanilla. Stir until just combined.
– Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
– Let the cakes cool completely before assembling.
#### 2. **Make the Coffee Soak**
– In a small bowl, combine brewed coffee, sugar, and liqueur. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
– Set aside and let it cool completely.
4. **Assemble the Cake**
– Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Brush generously with half of the coffee soak.
– Spread a thick layer of the mascarpone cream on top.
– Add the second cake layer and brush with the remaining coffee soak.
– Frost the top and sides with the remaining mascarpone cream.