Tiramisu Cake
Experience the rich and creamy delight of homemade tiramisu cake, a classic Italian dessert that combines layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers with velvety mascarpone cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make cake is sure to impress your friends and family with its elegant presentation and harmonious flavors. Enjoy every bite as you create sweet memories!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking method specified
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 24 savoiardi biscuits (ladyfingers)
- 1 cup strong espresso or coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by ensuring everything is at room temperature.
- Brew 1 cup of strong coffee and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and creamy (about 5 minutes).
- Gently fold in mascarpone cheese until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold into the mascarpone mixture carefully.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee on both sides, then layer half at the bottom of your dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone.
- Sift cocoa powder over the top layer before covering and refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg