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Tiramisu Pound Cake

A delightful combination of classic Tiramisu flavors and buttery pound cake, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 sticks
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
For the Soaking Syrup
  • 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/2 cup coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Topping
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10-inch Bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. One by one, add the eggs, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and instant espresso powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter and eggs, alternating with sour cream. Start and end with the flour mixture.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the greased Bundt pan and smooth out the top.
  2. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Soaking
  1. While the cake is baking, mix the cooled brewed coffee, coffee liqueur, and sugar in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Once the cake is done baking, allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
  3. Invert it onto a wire rack and poke holes across the top with a skewer. Pour the coffee soaking syrup over it.
Topping
  1. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold in the mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar.
  2. Slice the cake, top with the mascarpone whipped topping, and dust with cocoa powder.

Notes

For a different flavor profile, substitute strong coffee with chocolate milk. Garnish with chocolate shavings or espresso beans for an elegant touch. The cake can be made a day in advance and stored covered at room temperature.