Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- Dark chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by greasing and flouring it.
- In a sizable bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, stirring until evenly mixed.
- Incorporate the softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients, mixing with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well-blended.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish, leveling the surface with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
- Once the cake has cooled, use a sharp knife to carve out coffin shapes.
- In a shallow dish, mix the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if desired).
- Quickly dip each coffin-shaped cake piece into the coffee mixture, ensuring they soak up the flavor without becoming overly soggy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Layer the soaked cake pieces in a serving dish, adding a generous layer of the mascarpone mixture between each layer.
- Continue this process until all cake pieces are stacked, finishing with a layer of mascarpone on top.
- Chill the assembled cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight.
- Just before serving, sprinkle dark chocolate shavings on top.
Notes
- For a more whimsical look, freehand carve the coffin shapes.
- Ensure the cake pieces are not overly soggy when dipped in the coffee mixture.
- Chilling overnight enhances the flavor and texture of the cake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg