Last Updated on 10/08/2024 by Adina
Make this incredible tiramisu torte or tiramisu cake with ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone; this cake is one of the best I've ever had!!!
You will not believe how good this tiramisu torte is! It's absolutely amazing. I cannot imagine it tasting better or being creamier! I loved every single bite of it! There are lots of exclamation marks here, but this is really how I feel about it! Only in superlatives and exclamation marks!
I might be biased here; tiramisu is probably my favorite dessert, but still, I feel I have to convince anyone to give this tiramisu torte a chance. Or try these Tiramisu Cups.
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Why is this torte so delicious and ideal for celebrations?
Taste: It is just amazing! Mascarpone, coffee, a little amaretto (if you like), sweet ladyfingers โ this is an irresistible combination. It is decadent, comforting, and sweet, yet not overly so; all you can wish for in a cake is
Consistency: Soft and creamy, this cake's mascarpone filling and base are soaked in coffee (with optional alcohol) and left overnight, making every bite moist and delightful.
Looks: The tiramisu torte looks stunning and is perfect for impressing guests. They'll think you're a skilled baker, even though it takes minimal time and effort to make.
No raw eggs: The best tiramisu uses raw eggs, and I usually make it that way. However, for tiramisu torte, I prefer the no-egg version, especially when serving guests or making it for others, since not everyone is comfortable with raw eggs.
Recipe ingredients
Ladyfingers: Ladyfingers are large, dry sponge biscuits shaped like fingers. Theyโre easy to make if you want to, but store-bought ones work just fine - I use them regularly.
- Cut the biscuits to fit the cake, making the pieces just slightly taller than the sides of the cake. Youโll end up with leftover pieces, so store them in a well-sealed freezer bag. You can eat them as is or use them in other desserts. You could try the strawberry tiramisu or the orange tiramisu; it will not matter that much if you use smaller or larger ladyfingers pieces.
Mascarpone
Cocoa powder: Pure, unsweetened cocoa powder.
Coffee: Brew espresso if you have it. Otherwise, regular but very strong coffee will be fine. Try this Cappuccino Cake, too; it's also incredibly creamy and delicious.
Alcohol: The Amaretto is optional. I love it, but I often leave it out because of the children. If you bought a whole bottle, try this no-churn Amaretto Cherry Ice Cream or make Amaretto Cherries.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How to make tiramisu torte?
Cake base:
- Step #1: Line the springform with parchment paper.
- Step #2: Beat the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until pale and fluffy. Fold in mixed flour, baking powder, and cocoa. Pour into the springform.
- Step #3: Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the pan and let cool completely. It will not take long.
Filling
- Step #4:ย Beat the heavy cream, adding the cornstarch and icing sugar mixture to help stabilize it.
- Step #5:ย In another bowl, mix the mascarpone and the icing sugar briefly. The mixture should be creamy, but never overbeat it; it might turn runny. If using, add 1 tablespoon of Amaretto. Fold in the whipped cream.
Assemble the cake
- Step #6: Place the cake on a serving platter. Soak with some of the Amaretto and coffee. Spread about โ of the mascarpone filling on the base.
- Step #7: Arrange a layer of ladyfingers on top. Cut them to make them fit on the cake.
- Step #8: Sprinkle with about ยผ cup lukewarm or cold coffee.
- Step #9: Cover with the remaining filling, making sure you cover the sides as well.
- Step #10: Cut the remaining ladyfingers so that they are only slightly taller than the sides. Stick them all around the cake.
- Step #11: Place in the refrigerator overnight.
- Step #12: Sprinkle thickly with cocoa powder before serving. Decorate as desired. I only added some coffee beans on top, but you can decorate with cream rosettes or some small chocolate decoration.
Make in advance and store
I always make the tiramisu torte one day in advance; the cake needs time to set and develop the flavors. You will also notice that the cake will get creamier with each passing day.
Making it in advance will also help with organization and reduce your workload on the day of the celebration. Before serving, just sprinkle it thickly with pure cocoa powder.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
The Best Tiramisu Torte
Equipment
- springform 9-9.5 inches/ 23-24 cm
Ingredients
Cake:
- ยพ cup granulated sugar 75 g, Note 1
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- โ cup all-purpose flour 75 g
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ยผ cup pure unsweetened cocoa powder 20 g
Filling:
- 1 cup brewed strong coffee 230 ml, Note 2
- 1 cup heavy cream 230 ml
- 1 ยฝ teaspoons cornstarch See note 3
- 1 ยฝ teaspoons powdered sugar
- 2 cups mascarpone 500 g
- ยพ cup powdered sugar 75 g
- 3 tablespoons Amaretto optional, Note 4
- 10.5 oz ladyfingers as needed, 300 g
- more unsweetened cocoa powder for the topping
Instructions
Cake base:
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF/ 180ยฐC. Slightly grease and line the base of a springform with parchment paper.
- Cake batter: Beat the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder. Fold into the egg mixture.ยพ cup granulated sugar/ 75 g + 2 eggs + 1 teaspoon vanilla extract โ cup all-purpose flour/ 75 g + 1 teaspoon baking powder + ยผ cup pure unsweetened cocoa powder/ 20 gโ cup all-purpose flour
- Bake cake: Pour the batter prepared form and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the cake from the tin and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Filling:
- Brew the coffee of espresso. Pour into a cup and let cool.1 cup brewed strong coffee/ 230 ml
- Heavy cream: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and powdered sugar (or use cream stabilizer, if available). Beat the heavy cream shortly. Slowly start adding the cornstarch mixture and whip the heavy cream until stiffer. Set aside.1 ยฝ teaspoons cornstarch + 1 ยฝ teaspoons powdered sugar + 1 cup heavy cream/ 230 ml
- Combine: In another bowl, briefly whisk the mascarpone and powdered sugar. Don't overbeat. Add 1 tablespoon Amaretto, if using. Fold in the heavy cream.2 cups mascarpone/ 500 g + ยพ cup powdered sugar/ 75 g
Assemble the tiramisu cake:
- Soak: Place the cake base on a cake platter. Soak with 2 tablespoons Amaretto and 2 tablespoons coffee or with only 3-4 tablespoons coffee.
- Spread aboutโ of the mascarpone filling on the cake base.
- Add ladyfingers: Arrange a layer of ladyfingers on top. Cut them to make them fit the cake. Sprinkle them with about ยผ cup lukewarm or cold coffee.10.5 oz ladyfingers/ 300 g
- Cover with the remaining filling, and make sure you cover the sides of the cake as well.
- Add ladyfingers: Cut the remaining ladyfingers so that they are only slightly taller than the sides of the cake. Stick them all around the cake.
- Refrigerate the tiramisu torte overnight.
- Sprinkle thickly with unsweetened cocoa powder before serving. Decorate as desired.
Notes
- Measurements: Use a digital kitchen scale (the Amazon affiliate link opens in a new tab) for best results; cup measuring is too imprecise.
- Coffee: Use espresso, if available. If not, brew a very strong coffee. You will probably not need all the coffee you make, use just as much as necessary.ย
- Stabilizer: If available, use 1 small packet of cream stabilizer (Sahnesteif).
- Amaretto is optional. Not Amaretto syrup, but Amaretto liqueur (alcohol).
grace says
as beautiful as it is delicious!!
Monika says
Hi Adina, can you please tell me what "smetana" is? I've read it in one of your recipes and not sure what this ingredient is ... thank you ๐ ps. btw, what language is it in?
Adina says
Smetana is the Eastern European (also German) version of sour cream. It is thicker and creamier, tastes very much like creme fraiche but it is stiffer than creme fraiche. Creme fraiche would be the first substitute for smetana, but sour cream would be fine most of the times. Smetana is the English word for it, it is called smantana in Romanian or Schmand in German.
mjskitchen says
I love how you have taken what can be a very complicated dessert to make and made it relatively easy. This is perfect. Who wouldn't love this tiramisu? I know I'd love it.
angiesrecipes says
That looks splendid! Anything with mascarpone has got to be DELICIOUS!