Tiramisu Recipe

Preparation of Tiramisu

1. 1

   Make the Coffee Mixture

   In a bowl, combine the espresso coffee with the coffee liqueur (if using). Set aside to cool to room temperature.

2. 2

   Prepare the Cream Mixture

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy. Fold in the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until smooth.

3. 3

   Whip the Cream

   In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.

4. 4

   Assemble the Tiramisu

   Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in a rectangular dish.

5. 5

   Layer the Cream

   Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly.

6. 6

   Repeat Layers

   Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers on top of the cream layer, followed by the remaining mascarpone cream mixture.

7. 7

   Chill the Tiramisu

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

8. 8

   Serve the Tiramisu

   Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder. Slice and serve chilled.