Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian dessert with coffee and mascarpone.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
Topping Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Mixture
In a bowl, combine the brewed espresso coffee with the coffee liqueur. Stir well and set aside to cool.
- 2
Make the Mascarpone Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and creamy. Add in the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- 3
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
Assembly
- 4
Dip the Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not overly soggy. Layer them at the bottom of a 9x9 inch dish.
- 5
Layer the Mixture
Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly.
- 6
Repeat Layers
Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers, followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Finishing Touch
- 7
Chill and Serve
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings.
