Description

Tiramisu poke cake is a decadent twist on the Italian classic, made with a fluffy cake base soaked in coffee, layered with a creamy mascarpone filling, and topped with cocoa powder. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert with all the beloved tiramisu flavors in sheet cake form.

Ingredients

1 box white or yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the package: eggs, oil, water)
1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
8 oz mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese substitute)
1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
2 cups cold milk
1 tub (8 oz) whipped topping or 2 cups homemade whipped cream
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Shaved chocolate or mini chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat oven and bake the cake in a 9×13-inch pan according to package instructions. Let it cool slightly.
Use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly across the surface of the cake.
Mix cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if using). Slowly pour mixture over the cake, letting it soak into the holes.
In a mixing bowl, beat mascarpone cheese until smooth. Add pudding mix and cold milk, whisking until thickened.
Fold in whipped topping until creamy and well combined.
Spread the mascarpone cream evenly over the cooled, soaked cake.
Dust the top generously with cocoa powder. Add shaved chocolate or chocolate chips if desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use chocolate cake instead of white or yellow.Skip the liqueur and replace with vanilla or almond extract for a non-alcoholic version.Add a layer of crushed ladyfingers on top of the cream for a traditional touch.Homemade whipped cream can be used instead of whipped topping, but ensure it’s whipped to stiff peaks for stability.This dessert is best enjoyed within 4 days and should not be frozen.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 340
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 50mg