Tiramisu Cake Roll: Coffee-Kissed Sponge with Mascarpone Cream
Treat yourself to the luxurious taste of a Tiramisu Cake Roll, where a light, airy sponge cake wraps around a smooth mascarpone filling with a gentle coffee infusion. Finished with a classic cocoa dusting, this dessert delivers all the beloved tiramisu flavors in an elegant rolled cake—perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, or a cozy coffee break. It’s simple to make, beautiful to serve, and guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients
For the Sponge Cake
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Mascarpone Coffee Filling
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant coffee, dissolved in 2 tablespoons warm water
For the Topping
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Make the sponge batter: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale, thick, and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
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Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared tray. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the sponge looks lightly golden and springs back when touched.
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Roll while warm: While the cake is still warm, turn it out and roll it up using a clean kitchen towel (this helps prevent cracking later). Let it cool completely in the rolled shape.
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Prepare the filling: Whip the mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy and smooth. Add the dissolved coffee and mix until evenly combined.
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Assemble the cake roll: Carefully unroll the cooled sponge. Spread the coffee mascarpone filling in an even layer, then roll the cake back up gently but firmly.
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Chill and finish: Cover the roll with whipped cream, dust generously with cocoa powder, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Serve and Enjoy
Slice, serve, and enjoy this tiramisu-inspired Swiss roll with a hot espresso or cappuccino for the ultimate dessert-and-coffee pairing.


