Berry Tiramisu Cake Recipe
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Berry Tiramisu Cake Recipe
Description
The base sponge cake is made with eggs, sugar, flour, and baking powder, baked and cut into four thin layers. A berry syrup is prepared by combining raspberries, orange liqueur, and sugar, used to moisten the cake layers. The mascarpone cream is softly blended with orange liqueur, then folded gently into whipped heavy cream sweetened with sugar and vanilla extract.
The cake is assembled by layering sponge soaked in syrup, fresh berries, and mascarpone cream to create a creamy, fruity, and tender texture. The use of fresh berries adds natural tartness and color contrast. The final presentation shows berries peeking slightly from the edges for visual appeal.
The cream must be folded carefully to avoid graininess, and the cake can be served immediately but benefits from chilling 1 to 2 hours for easier slicing and better blending of flavors. Reserved whole berries are used for topping, enhancing both taste and decoration.
Ingredients
For the Sponge Cake:
- 6 egg room temperature, large
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
For Berry Tiramisu Cake Syrup, Fillings and Cream:
- 12 oz raspberry divided, Driscoll's brand
- 6 Tbsp orange liqueur divided, 3 oz
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar + 2 Tbsp for berry sauce
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese refrigerated
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (36% milk fat), chilled
- 1 lb strawberry sliced, reserving 6 berries for the top, Driscoll's brand
- 1 pint Driscoll’s blueberries (2 cups ), divided
Instructions
How to Make Berry Mascarpone:
- Bake the easy 4-ingredient sponge cake (click for written instructions). Once cakes are at room temp, use a serrated knife to cut in half for a total of 4 layers.
- In a small bowl, combine 1/2 package raspberries, 1/4 cup water, 4 Tbsp orange liqueur, and 2 Tbsp sugar. Mash together with a fork and set aside.
- Just before assembling your cake, make the cream: In a large bowl, use a spatula to fold together 16 oz mascarpone cheese and 2 Tbsp orange liqueur until well incorporated.
- In a second large mixing bowl, beat with a mixer 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1/3 cup sugar and 1 tsp vanilla just until fluffy with soft peaks.** Use a spatula to fold half of the whipped cream into mascarpone to lighten it then fold in remaining cream and blend until fully incorporated.
How to Assemble Berry Tiramisu Cake:
- Place your first cake layer on a serving platter and use a spoon to spread 1/4 of your raspberry syrup (no need for perfection). Top with 1/4 of your cream and a generous layer of sliced strawberries and whole blueberries. Repeat with remaining layers and cover the top with remaining whole strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. ***
Notes
- Fold mascarpone into whipped cream gently to prevent grainy texture from over-beating.
- Allow cream and berries to slightly extend beyond cake layers' edges for a more appealing stacked look.
- Although the cake can be served immediately, refrigerating it for 1 to 2 hours improves sliceability and flavor melding.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 502 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 502kcal | 25% |
| Carbs | 46g | |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 160mg | 53% |
| Sodium | 66mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin A | 1121IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 109mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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