Ingredients
Yield: One 3-layer 8 inch cake
One 16.5 oz white cake mix
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1 cup water
3 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons instant coffee, divided
1/4 cup strong, brewed coffee
For the filling:
8 oz. mascarpone cheese, cold
1/2 cup confectioners (powdered) sugar
For the frosting:
1 and 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold
1/2 cup confectioners (powdered) sugar
pinch of vanilla powder ( or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
Cocoa powder/chocolate shards, for garnish
Preparation
