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A close-up, square slice of layered Tiramisu showing coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone filling, topped with cocoa powder.

Classic Tiramisu Recipe

  • Author: cocktailmixguide.com
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 min
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple recipe for making traditional Italian tiramisu dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese, cold
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur or dark rum (optional)
  • 2 packages (7 ounces each) ladyfingers
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, whisk the egg yolks and sugar constantly until the mixture is pale and thick, about 8 minutes. Do not let the bottom of the bowl touch the water. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the cold heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold the cooled egg mixture into the cold mascarpone cheese until just combined.
  4. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until smooth.
  5. In a shallow dish, combine the cooled coffee and liqueur, if using.
  6. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, turning to coat both sides. Do not over-soak.
  7. Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  8. Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
  9. Repeat the layers: dip the remaining ladyfingers and arrange them on top of the cream, then spread the remaining cream over the top layer.
  10. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the dessert to set.
  11. Before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder.

Notes

  • Use high-quality mascarpone cheese for the best texture.
  • Make sure your coffee is completely cool before dipping the ladyfingers.
  • You can substitute espresso for brewed coffee.
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 35
  • Sodium: 70
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 18
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 1
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 250

Keywords: Tiramisu, Italian dessert, coffee, mascarpone, ladyfingers, no-bake

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