Tiramisu Layer Cake

Tiramisu is a popular Italian dessert that originated in the region of Veneto in the 1960s. Its name translates to ‘pick me up’ in Italian, referring to the energizing combination of coffee and cocoa.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 270 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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Tiramisu Layer Cake

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: Italian Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 24 pieces Ladyfingers
• 1 cup Strong brewed coffee
• 2 cup Mascarpone cheese
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa powder

Instructions

1. In a shallow dish, combine the brewed coffee and vanilla extract. Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture and arrange them in a single layer in the bottom of a springform pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
3. Repeat the layers with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
4. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
5. Before serving, dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder.
6. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 20g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.