Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian dessert made with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese.
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Ingredients
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Tiramisu Ingredients
Method
Tiramisu Directions
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Mixture
Brew strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature. If desired, mix in the coffee liqueur for added flavor.
- 2
Make the Mascarpone Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Add the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- 3
Whip the Heavy Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
- 4
Assemble the Tiramisu
Dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. Layer half of the soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a rectangular dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- 5
Repeat Layers
Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers on top, followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 6
Chill
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Serve
Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
