Tiramisu, meaning “pick me up” in Italian, is a luscious no-bake dessert layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers, a silky mascarpone cream, and a light dusting of cocoa powder. Its balance of rich flavors and light texture makes it a favorite for special occasions or whenever you want a taste of Italy.
Equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Shallow dish
- Spatula
- 9×9-inch baking dish or similar
- Sifter or fine mesh strainer
Ingredients:
- 6 large egg yolks
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
- 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 2 packages (14 oz) ladyfingers
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cream Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and thick.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and whisk continuously for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Fold the mascarpone cheese into the cooled egg yolk mixture until smooth.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, ensuring it remains light and airy.
- Prepare the Coffee Dip:
- In a shallow dish, mix the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if using).
- Assemble the Tiramisu:
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture (do not soak). Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of your baking dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
- Add another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers on top, followed by the remaining mascarpone cream.
- Chill:
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder using a sifter. Add chocolate shavings if desired.
Tips:
- Use high-quality mascarpone and espresso for the best flavor.
- Make sure the coffee is cooled to avoid soggy ladyfingers.
- For a kid-friendly version, omit the liqueur and use decaffeinated coffee.
Tiramisu is a delightful dessert that’s as elegant as it is easy to make. With its creamy layers and robust coffee flavor, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve this classic treat at your next gathering and watch it disappear in no time! Buon appetito!
Tiramisu Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy layers of this classic Tiramisu recipe! Made with mascarpone cheese, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa, it’s the perfect Italian dessert.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Shallow dish
- Spatula
- 9x9-inch baking dish (or similar)
- Sifter or fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 6 large egg yolks
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese room temperature
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso cooled
- 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur optional
- 2 packages 14 oz ladyfingers
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
- Chocolate shavings optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and thick.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and whisk continuously for 5–7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Fold the mascarpone cheese into the cooled egg yolk mixture until smooth.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, ensuring it remains light and airy.
- Prepare the Coffee Dip:
- In a shallow dish, mix the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if using).
- Assemble the Tiramisu:
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture (do not soak). Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of your baking dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
- Add another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers on top, followed by the remaining mascarpone cream.
- Chill:
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder using a sifter. Add chocolate shavings if desired.
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