Description
Silky Italian tiramisu merges with classic American poke cake in this dreamy dessert. Coffee-soaked layers drizzled with creamy mascarpone frosting promise a luscious journey through sweet, rich flavors you’ll savor with each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cake Ingredients:
- 16.25 ounces (461 grams) white cake mix
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 3 large egg whites
Liquid and Dairy Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (237 milliliters) High Brew Cold Coffee – Double Espresso
- 14 ounces (397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
Topping and Finishing Ingredients:
- 12.5 ounces (354 grams) vanilla frosting, room temperature
- 4 ounces (113 grams) unsweetened chocolate (for shavings)
Instructions
- Prepare the kitchen workspace by heating the oven to 350°F and generously coating a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Create a smooth cake batter by blending cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and egg whites using an electric mixer for approximately two minutes.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 29-34 minutes until a toothpick emerges clean when inserted into the center.
- During baking, craft a rich coffee infusion by whisking High Brew Cold Coffee with sweetened condensed milk in a separate bowl.
- Immediately after removing the cake from the oven, perforate the surface using a wooden spoon handle, creating evenly spaced holes approximately 1½ inches apart.
- Thoroughly redistribute the coffee mixture across the cake’s surface, ensuring complete absorption into the perforations. Allow the cake to rest in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes until fully cooled.
- Prepare the mascarpone frosting by whipping the cheese until light and airy, then incorporating vanilla frosting to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Once completely cooled, generously spread the mascarpone frosting across the cake’s entire surface.
- Elevate the presentation by delicately shaving unsweetened chocolate over the frosted cake using a zester or grater.
- Refrigerate until serving, then delight in the harmonious blend of coffee-infused cake and luxurious mascarpone topping.
Notes
- Discover a simple twist on the classic Italian dessert that transforms an ordinary cake into a coffee-lover’s dream.
- Poking holes allows the rich coffee mixture to deeply penetrate the cake, creating layers of intense flavor in every single bite.
- Chilling the cake helps blend the mascarpone’s creamy texture with the coffee-infused sponge, ensuring a decadent and refreshing dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg