Tiramisu Poke Cake – Plain Chicken

By Editor On May 9, 2025

Tiramisu Poke Cake Recipe – a delicious twist to a classic Italian dessert! Soft cake soaks up a delicious espresso mixture, then gets topped with a smooth mascarpone frosting and a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or just because—you won’t be able to stop at one bite!

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Easy Tiramisu Cake Recipe

Tiramisu poke cake is the perfect mix of rich, creamy, and fluffy in every bite. The cake stays super soft and soaks up all that delicious espresso flavor, giving it that classic tiramisu taste without being too strong. The creamy mascarpone frosting adds a smooth, slightly tangy contrast, and a dusting of cocoa powder brings just the right hint of chocolate. It’s sweet, a little bold, and totally melt-in-your-mouth good. Whether you’re a coffee fan or just love a good dessert, this one is a total winner!

How to Make Tiramisu Poke Cake

This dessert is very easy to make with only a few simple ingredients. Mix together cake mix, oil, water, and eggs in a large bowl. Pour the cake batter into a 9×13-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Bake in a preheated oven according to the package directions. Remove the cake from the oven and poke holes over the cake with chopsticks or a wooden spoon handle.

Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, instant espresso powder, Kahluah, and cocoa powder in a small bowl. Pour the milk mixture over the warm cake and cool completely on a wire rack.

Beat together mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, Kahlua coffee liqueur, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract in a large bowl with a hand mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Spread the mascarpone frosting over the cooled cake—dust with cocoa powder. Use a sharp knife to cut the cake into slices.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

I use Duncan Hines white cake mix. You can use any flavor of cake mix you prefer. I think this would be delicious with chocolate cake.
Don’t like coffee? You can omit the espresso powder and substitute amaretto for the Kahula.
Can’t find mascarpone cheese? You can substitute cream cheese.
Don’t want to use alcohol in the cake? You can substitute an equal amount of strong coffee or espresso.
You can make the frosting with a hand mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer.
Can I freeze Tiramisu Poke Cake? Yes! Cool the cake to room temperature and wrap the pan with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
- Store any leftover pieces in an airtight container and freeze for up to two months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, let them thaw in the refrigerator before opening and serving.
Store the cake covered in the refrigerator.

How to Serve Tiramisu Cake

Tiramisu poke cake is an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that can be served in so many ways.

For a simple presentation, slice it up and dust each piece with a little extra cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for a fancy touch.
If you want to get a little extra, add a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce on top.
It also makes a great birthday cake—just stick in some candles and let the coffee-flavored goodness shine!
For a fun twist, serve it with a scoop of vanilla or coffee ice cream to take it to the next level.

Whether it’s for a party, a potluck, or just a treat-yourself moment, this cake is always a hit! Looking for more poke cake recipes? Here are some popular dishes from the website:

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