Description

This Tiramisu Cake (Light & Fluffy) is a delicious blend of creamy mascarpone and rich espresso layers. Perfect for special occasions, this cake is easy to make and incredibly satisfying, promising irresistible flavors that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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6 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
4 ounces mascarpone cheese (cold)
1 cup butter (room temperature, 2 sticks)
5 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup strongly brewed coffee or espresso
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease three 6-inch round cake pans and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a stand mixer, beat the eggs on medium-high speed while gradually adding sugar until the mixture reaches the ribbon stage.
Sift the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon into the egg mixture and gently fold in with a spatula.
Divide the batter among the pans and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Freeze the cake layers wrapped in plastic wrap for 4 hours for firmer layers.
For frosting, beat cream cheese, mascarpone, and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and then vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
Brush cooled cake layers with espresso. Assemble by layering frosting between each cake layer, adding frosting to the top and sides.
Decorate the top layer and sift cocoa powder on top.
Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
The sponge layers can be made ahead and frozen for convenience before assembly.
For a richer flavor, use strong coffee or espresso and chill the cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 100mg