Description
A rich and decadent twist on the classic Italian dessert, this homemade chocolate tiramisu cake features layers of moist chocolate sponge soaked in espresso, filled with creamy mascarpone filling, and covered in a glossy chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 3/4 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for shine)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugars, buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with cooled espresso.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For the filling, beat heavy cream to stiff peaks. In another bowl, beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the whipped cream gently.
- Place one cake layer on a plate. Brush lightly with espresso and spread half the mascarpone filling. Repeat with the second layer.
- For ganache, heat cream until simmering, pour over chocolate, let sit 2 minutes, then stir until glossy. Add butter if using.
- Pour ganache over the assembled cake. Chill 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
- Chill the cake well before slicing for clean layers.
- Brush additional espresso between layers for a stronger coffee flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
