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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.
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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.