Tiramisu Recipe

Italian · Dessert · 30 min total

A classic Italian no-bake dessert with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and a rich mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa.

Ingredients

• 6 large egg yolks
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/4 cups mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups strong brewed espresso, cooled
• 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
• 30-35 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
• 1 ounce dark chocolate, shaved (optional)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale, about 3 minutes. Add mascarpone and mix until smooth.
2. In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture until combined.
3. Combine espresso and coffee liqueur (if using) in a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture (do not soak) and arrange in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish.
4. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining cream.
5. Dust the top generously with cocoa powder. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
6. Before serving, add an extra dusting of cocoa and top with chocolate shavings if desired.

Tips

• Use room-temperature mascarpone to avoid lumps.
• Dip ladyfingers quickly to prevent sogginess.
• For best flavor, refrigerate overnight before serving.

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