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Tiramisu Pound Cake

This Tiramisu Pound Cake combines the rich coffee flavor of traditional tiramisu with the tender texture of a pound cake, making it the perfect dessert for busy days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Tiramisu Frosting
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • 1/4 cup brewed coffee (optional, for flavoring)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a Bundt pan or loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the cooled brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Frosting
  1. Once your cake is cool, beat together the mascarpone cheese and heavy cream until fluffy. Add in the powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Optionally, blend in some brewed coffee.
  2. Generously spread the mascarpone frosting over the cooled cake and dust with cocoa powder.

Notes

You can use instant coffee mixed with hot water as a substitute for brewed coffee. This cake and frosting can be made ahead of time and the flavors meld beautifully overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-4 days.