Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsAlessia's | Ristorante ItalianoShari's Homemade Tiramisu Recipe

Shari's Homemade Tiramisu Recipe

Time40m
Serves8

Two layers of ladyfingers soaked in marsala and espresso then filled and topped with a light mascarpone whipped cream, then sprinkled with cocoa.

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Ingredients

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Ladyfingers

Mascarpone Filling

Topping

Method

Preparing the Ladyfingers

  1. 1

    Soak the Ladyfingers

    In a shallow dish, combine the espresso and Marsala wine. Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. Arrange half of the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer at the bottom of your serving dish.

Making the Mascarpone Filling

  1. 2

    Whip the Cream

    In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream and whip it using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.

  2. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In another bowl, mix together the mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until well combined, being careful not to deflate the mixture.

Assembling the Tiramisu

  1. 4

    Layering

    Spread half of the mascarpone filling over the layer of ladyfingers in the dish. Repeat the process with the remaining soaked ladyfingers and top with the remaining mascarpone filling.

  2. 5

    Chilling

    Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

Finishing Touch

  1. 6

    Dust with Cocoa Powder

    Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder using a fine sieve for an even layer.

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