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Easy Tiramisu Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Tiramisu Poke Cake is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining a moist white cake soaked in espresso coffee and sweetened condensed milk, topped with creamy mascarpone frosting and rich chocolate shavings. Perfect for coffee lovers looking for a simple yet elegant dessert that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake

  • 16.25 ounces white cake mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large egg whites

Soaking Mixture

  • 8 ounces High Brew Cold Coffee – Double Espresso
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk

Frosting

  • 12.5 ounces vanilla frosting (room temperature)
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese (room temperature)

Topping

  • 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate (for shavings)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix cake batter: In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and egg whites. Using a mixer on medium speed, blend the ingredients for about 2 minutes until smooth and well combined.
  3. Bake the cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 29 to 34 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Prepare soaking mixture: While the cake bakes, whisk together the High Brew Cold Coffee (Double Espresso) and sweetened condensed milk in a medium bowl until combined.
  5. Poke holes in the cake: As soon as you remove the cake from the oven, use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the top of the cake, spacing them about 1 ½ inches apart to allow soaking.
  6. Pour soaking liquid: Whisk the coffee and condensed milk mixture again to remix before gently pouring it evenly over the surface of the warm cake. A ladle can help with even distribution.
  7. Chill the cake: Refrigerate the cake until it is completely cooled and has absorbed the soaking mixture, approximately 30 minutes to one hour.
  8. Prepare frosting: In a mixing bowl, whip the mascarpone cheese for about three minutes until smooth and slightly fluffy.
  9. Combine frosting ingredients: Add the vanilla frosting to the mascarpone and beat together until fully incorporated and smooth.
  10. Frost the cake: Spread the combined frosting evenly over the top of the chilled cake.
  11. Add chocolate topping: Using a zester or fine grater, grate the unsweetened chocolate and sprinkle the shavings evenly over the frosted cake before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra coffee kick, use a strong espresso or cold brew concentrate.
  • Make sure the mascarpone and frosting are at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cake to fully set.
  • Unsweetened chocolate shavings add a slightly bitter contrast that compliments sweetness perfectly but can be adjusted to semi-sweet if preferred.
  • Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 34 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: tiramisu, poke cake, easy dessert, espresso cake, mascarpone frosting, coffee dessert

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