Chocolate Tiramisu Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Tiramisu Cake
Prep time: 1 hour
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: sponge cake layers: 60g; mascarpone cheese: 30g; powdered sugar: 20g; espresso or coffee: 0g; cocoa powder: 5g; dark chocolate: 10g; eggs: 20g; flour: 30g; cream: 20g; vanilla extract: 0g; alcohol like rum or coffee liqueur: 5g

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The Chocolate Tiramisu Cake is a delectable dessert that combines the rich, creamy flavors of classic tiramisu with the indulgent touch of chocolate. This layered cake consists of soft sponge cake soaked in espresso or coffee, layered with a creamy mascarpone mixture, and then generously dusted with cocoa powder. To make it even more irresistible, it's garnished with dark chocolate shavings. It's a sophisticated treat that's sure to impress at any gathering, blending the best of Italian dessert traditions with a chocolatey twist.

🌎 Italian: Dessert

🔥 Calories 450kcal
🍗 Protein 6g
🍚 Carbs 50g
🧈 Fat 25g

🥗 Ingredients:

sponge cake layers (60g)
mascarpone cheese (30g)
powdered sugar (20g)
espresso or coffee (0g)
cocoa powder (5g)
dark chocolate (10g)
eggs (20g)
flour (30g)
cream (20g)
vanilla extract (0g)
alcohol like rum or coffee liqueur (5g)

🍳 How to cook (8 servings):

Cooking Time: 30 minutesPreperation Time: 1 hour

Sponge Cake Preparation

Begin with preparing the sponge cake layers. Whip eggs until fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is pale and voluminous. Gently fold in the flour to prevent deflating the batter. Pour the batter into prepared cake pans and bake until golden. Allow to cool before assembly.

Coffee Soak

In a bowl, mix espresso or coffee with optional alcohol like rum or coffee liqueur for an extra flavor dimension. Set aside for soaking the sponge layers.

Mascarpone Cream

In a separate bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, cream, and a touch of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar to taste, and blend until the mixture is uniform.

Assembly

To assemble the cake, soak each sponge layer in the coffee mixture, then spread a layer of mascarpone cream on top. Repeat the layering process, ending with a layer of cream on top.

Finishing Touches

Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder and garnish with dark chocolate shavings for an elegant finish. Refrigerate the cake for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This Chocolate Tiramisu Cake, although indulgent, provides an interesting mix of macros with a good balance between carbs and fats, and a decent protein content for a dessert. The use of mascarpone and eggs contributes to the protein content, while the indulgent mix of sponge cake, powdered sugar, and chocolate accounts for the carbs and fats. It's a treat best enjoyed in moderation, considering its calorie count.