Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian dessert with coffee and mascarpone.
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Ingredients
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Tiramisu Ingredients
Method
Tiramisu Directions
- 1
Prepare the Coffee
Brew the espresso coffee and let it cool. If using, mix in the coffee liqueur.
- 2
Whisk the Egg Yolks
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
- 3
Add Mascarpone
Gently fold the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract into the egg yolk mixture until smooth.
- 4
- 5
Dip the Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
- 6
Layer the Tiramisu
In a rectangular dish, create a layer of dipped ladyfingers, followed by a layer of the mascarpone mixture. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with the mascarpone layer on top.
- 7
Chill the Tiramisu
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 8
Serve
Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder. Slice and enjoy your homemade tiramisu!
