Reviewed: Nov. 18, 2009

OMG- this is the BEST cake I have ever made.We had to bring an Italian dessert to a dinner party for 10 so I decided to try this recipe based on all the rave reviews that I read. It was AWESOME! I followed the advice that most reviewers said to make two of the layers with the coffee flavor and one with the plain using three 8" pans. I doubled the filling layer, (it almost seemed like that was too much but do it anyway- you won't be sorry) and also doubled the Kahlua everywhere else it was called for. I was afraid the finished cake wouldn't be high enough to be "impressive" but once you add the filling and put the frosting on, it was perfect. So light and fluffy. My husband said this is now his favorite cake. I can't wait to make it again.

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TeresaBTexas

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Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2009

Fantastic! Easy to make and wonderful to present!

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Sarah

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Reviewed: Nov. 15, 2009

I lose some points for presentation myself, b/c I only have two 9" pans, making this only a dual layer cake. If anyone is interested, the batter makes just under 4 cups, which may help you when trying to divide it evenly into the pans. Followed the ingredients to a tee, I love classic tiramisu, and this is a great variation!

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Adrian

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Home Town: Okeana, Ohio, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2009

I made this exactly as written and This was super easy to make. The second time I made it I tried an easier route and made this in two layers instead of three. I simply poured half the batter into one cake pan, then added the coffee powder into the second. It still worked out great and since it was easier, I will do this next time as well. Even people who were hesitant to try this because they didnt like coffee recipes said they loved it! My husband ate like half the cake the first day :D

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Reviewed: Nov. 14, 2009

I made this for my husband's birthday cake. I made it exactly as written. What a hit! He loved it and may become a new birthday standard. Thanks!!!

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Andrea

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Home Town: Hagerstown, Maryland, USA

Living In: Frederick, Maryland, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 12, 2009

Everyone loved it I hade to make three one for my boyfriends birthday one for the people at my work and my grandmother want one for her birthday.

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Doreen

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Living In: Brookfield, Massachusetts, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 10, 2009

I didn't know how to add to my previous review....I had to add that you CAN make this the night before. Don't be afraid. This makes the cake even more awesome for me, because I have three kids. To be able to make a cake, in peace, after I put them to bed and it be wonderful the next day is.....a blessing. Enjoy!

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CAPEMOM77

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Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2009

I made this for my husband's birthday, and he loved it. I made my own white cake, instead of using a boxed mix (we don't do packaged stuff), and had to make my own mascarpone because I couldn't find any in my area. The results were great, though. Even over the next few days, as it got soggier and soggier in the refrigerator, it just got better and better! ;)

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Home Town: Eureka Springs, Arkansas, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2009

This Cake was Delish. Thanks for such a wonderul recipe. I got rave review when i made it. This will be my new cake for special events. YUMMY

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Reviewed: Nov. 7, 2009

I found a picture of a Tiramisu Wedding Cake when I googled it. It's a 3 tier cake rimmed with chocolate drizzled ladyfingers wrapped in a beautiful ribbon. I made this for my daughters Christening, because I was doing an Italian theme. Flavors were perfect. I bought instant espresso to put in cakes. Used two layers coffee and one vanilla on each stack. Used long dowels to hold all three tiers together. Made the day before so flavors would meld together. Would recommend this cake as a alternative to plain cake that is served at every party. Everyone will want the recipe. Good luck!

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Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2009

Wow - this is really good and looks like it took all day to make. I used a little extra Kaluha just because it's delicious and glad I did.

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katquilter

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Reviewed: Nov. 4, 2009

This was a fantastic way to save time and give the Tiramisu a bit more to it with the cake layer. A nice change to traditional Tiramisu.

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Erin

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Living In: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2009

Followed recipe exactly. Every time I make it I get asked for the recipe. Even my boss who hates tiramisu loved this cake. Thanks for the recipe.

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Shannon

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Living In: Nampa, Idaho, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 31, 2009

The best

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tebald

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Reviewed: Oct. 27, 2009

this was really good. i didn't use the liquore instead used vanilla. turned out and tasted good

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Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2009

Great this was very light, but very satisfying.

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MASTERCHEF

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Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2009

Easy and excellent!

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KANDYKAIN

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Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2009

Yummy! I can't add much to all the reviews but this cake is very good. I left out the liquor since my kids were going to be eating too. Thanks for the recipe!

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rae

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Living In: San Antonio, Texas, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2009

Fantastic! Doubled the coffee powder and liquor for every instance. Also followed other's suggestions with making two layers (top and bottom) with the coffee powder and leaving 1 (middle) without. Amazingly good!

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Mrs. Seaman

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Home Town: Glendale, California, USA

Living In: Arlington, Massachusetts, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 24, 2009

I was so proud of this cake when I made it. It looked gorgeous and tasted amazing. All the different layers looked beautiful! I will definitely be making this again. Next time I will try making two coffee layers instead of one and will double the amount of coffee/liquer mix that's poured on the cakes.

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