Description
This indulgent twist on the dump cake takes inspiration from tiramisu. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfinger flavors, creamy mascarpone, and cocoa powder come together in a simple baked dessert that feels elegant yet effortless.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients:
2 cups brewed strong coffee or espresso, cooled
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
1 box vanilla or white cake mix (15 oz)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
8 oz mascarpone cheese (cubed) or cream cheese
½ cup powdered sugar (for sweetening mascarpone)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
Optional garnish: dark chocolate shavings or whipped cream
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Coffee Base: Pour coffee (and liqueur if using) evenly into the bottom of the dish.
Mascarpone Layer: In a bowl, mix mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture evenly over the coffee layer.
Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry cake mix evenly over everything. Do not stir.
Butter Finish: Drizzle melted butter across the cake mix.
Bake: Bake 35–40 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Finish: Cool slightly. Dust generously with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings or whipped cream.
Notes
- Swap mascarpone for cream cheese if needed—it’ll still be rich and tangy.
- For a stronger tiramisu vibe, sprinkle instant espresso powder directly into the cake mix before baking.
- Best served slightly warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American