Chocolate Tiramisu Cake

If there is one dessert that I always crave, it would probably be tiramisu. Recently, a song titled tiramisu cake became popular on social media, and whenever I hear that song, I can’t help but dance. It’s the same way I feel whenever I have tiramisu. If you love this dessert just as much as I do or haven’t tried it before, here’s a chocolate tiramisu recipe by Baking Room.

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This cake has several layers with different textures and flavors. Each layer complements each other perfectly. The bitterness of the coffee blends well with the tanginess of the cream cheese and the richness of cocoa powder. It is definitely a must-try dessert recipe.

If you are looking for the original tiramisu recipe, check this out: Best Tiramisu Recipe from Scratch

Easy Chocolate Tiramisu Cake Ingredients

• 4 egg yolks (room temperature)
• 4 egg whites (room temperature)
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons of milk (room temperature)
• 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons of flour
• 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
• pinch of salt
• 1/8 teaspoon of cream of tartar

For the cream cheese:

• 8.75 ounces of cream cheese
• 4 to 5 tablespoons of powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
• 1 cup of cream (33%)
• 3/4 cup of boiling water
• 3 tablespoons of instant coffee powder
• ladyfingers
• cocoa powder

How to Make Chocolate Tiramisu Cake

Step 1:

In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks and vanilla extract. Next, mix in 1 tablespoon and 1 teaspoon of sugar, milk, and oil.

Step 2:

Sift the flour and cocoa powder directly to the egg mixture. Whisk until smooth.

Step 3:

In a different bowl, add the egg whites and salt. Whisk, then add cream of tartar and 1/4 cup sugar. Continuously whisk until stiff peaks form.

Step 4:

Fold 1/3 of the whipped egg white into the batter, then add the remaining. Gently fold with a spatula to combine.

Step 5:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then transfer the mixture. Spread evenly. Thump to remove air bubbles. Place inside a 340F preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove from the baking sheet and place on a cooling rack with the parchment paper still on. Place a parchment paper on the cake so it does not dry out.

Step 6:

In a cup, mix the boiling water and instant coffee. Transfer to a container.

Step 7:

Make the cream cheese mixture. In a bowl, add the cream cheese and powdered sugar. Whisk to combine. Add vanilla extract and cocoa powder. Once combined, add the cream and whisk to combine. Transfer to a piping bag.

Step 8:

Flatten the cake using a rolling pin. Slice into three equal parts lengthwise.

Step 9:

Cut lady fingers at the same height as the cakes.

Step 10:

Add a layer of the cream cheese mixture over one of the cakes. Soak cut lady fingers in the coffee mixture then place on top of the cream cheese layer. Repeat until the whole length is covered. Add another layer of cream cheese mixture.

Step 11:

Slowly roll the cake, then place it upright onto a flat plate.

Do the same for the other slice of cake, but do not roll it. Wrap it around the first one. Repeat with the remaining cake slice.

Step 12:

Cover the top with the cream cheese mixture then dust with cocoa powder.

Chocolate Tiramisu Cake