Tiramisu Layered Cake
- Cosy & Merry

- Aug 12
- 2 min read

Decadent Tiramisu Layered Cake (No Eggs, No Butter!) – A Lush Twist on a Classic Dessert
If you're a fan of tiramisu and layer cakes, get ready to fall in love. This Tiramisu Layered Cake is a delicious, modern twist on the beloved Italian classic — combining rich muscovado sponge, bold coffee syrup, and a light, honey-sweetened ricotta cream. Best of all? It’s egg-free, butter-free, and can easily be made with or without alcohol.

Perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself, this cake is layered with flavour and impressively simple to make. Infact, I created this recipe for my eldest son's 18th birthday cake, and it was absolutely delicious.

Why You'll Love This Tiramisu Cake
✔️ No eggs or butter – a lighter option for conscious eaters
✔️ Rich, molasses-like flavour from muscovado sugar
✔️ A creamy, luscious icing using ricotta and cream
✔️ Optional liqueur for a grown-up dessert twist
✔️ Delicious Make-ahead dessert that can be stored in the fridge - keeping it moist and allowing the flavours to enhance
Perfect Pairing & Storage Tips
Serve with an espresso or dessert wine. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days — it actually tastes better the next day as the flavours develop!
This Tiramisu Layered Cake is not only beautiful but also customisable and crowd-pleasing. Whether you're baking for a celebration or just craving a creamy, coffee-infused dessert, this recipe brings elegance and depth of flavour without the fuss of traditional tiramisu.
Let's delve into this delicious Make-ahead celebration cake.
INGREDIENTS For Tiramisu Layered Cake
3 & 1/4 cup of Plain Flour
2x cups of Muscovado Sugar
1/2 cup of Olive Oil
2x cups of Water
2x tsp of Baking Soda
2x tsp of Apple Cider Vinegar
2x tsp of Vanilla Extract
1x tsp of Salt
Syrup
1 & 1/2 tbsp of Instant Coffee dissolved in 1 cup of Water
* Optional 3x tbsp of Amarula, Rum or Coffee Liqueur
Icing
380g Soft Ricotta Cheese
300g Thick Cream
1/2 cup of Honey
1x tbsp of your chosen Liqueur *Optional
Decorating
Sieved Cacau Powder
Mini Amaretti Biscuits





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