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Easy Tiramisu Poke Cake Recipe

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This Easy Tiramisu Poke Cake is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining a moist white cake with espresso-infused sweetened condensed milk, creamy mascarpone frosting, and a topping of dark chocolate shavings. It’s a simple yet indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prepare it for the cake batter.
  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 incorporated.
  3. Bake Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 29 to 34 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  4. Prepare Coffee Soak: While the cake bakes, whisk together the High Brew Cold Coffee – Double Espresso and the sweetened condensed milk in a medium bowl until combined.
  5. Poke Holes in Cake: Once the cake is removed from the oven, immediately use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes about 1 ½ inches apart all over the top of the cake to allow the soaking mixture to penetrate.
  6. Soak Cake: Whisk the coffee and condensed milk mixture again to ensure it’s well blended, then gently pour it evenly over the cake, using a ladle for better control. The liquid will seep into the holes.
  7. Chill Cake: Place the soaked cake in the refrigerator and chill until it fully cools, approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  8. Whip Mascarpone: In a mixing bowl, whip the mascarpone cheese using a mixer until it becomes smooth and slightly fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  9. Combine Frosting: Add the room temperature vanilla frosting to the whipped mascarpone and beat together until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
  10. Frost Cake: Spread the mascarpone and frosting mixture evenly over the chilled cake surface.
  11. Add Chocolate Shavings: Using a zester or grater, carefully grate the unsweetened chocolate and sprinkle the shavings evenly over the frosted cake as a decorative and flavorful topping. Serve immediately or keep chilled.

Notes

  • Use cold espresso coffee for ease and a stronger coffee flavor; substitute with strongly brewed espresso if unavailable.
  • Ensure the mascarpone and frosting are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Do not skip poking holes in the cake as this allows the coffee mixture to soak in, making the cake moist and flavorful.
  • Refrigerate cake after soaking to set flavors and maintain texture.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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