Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian dessert with coffee and mascarpone
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Mixture
Brew the espresso coffee and allow it to cool slightly. Once cooled, stir in 50g of granulated sugar until dissolved. Set aside.
- 2
Make the Mascarpone Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, add the egg yolks and remaining 50g of granulated sugar. Whisk together until the mixture becomes pale and creamy. Gradually fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth and well combined.
- 3
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
Assembly
- 4
Dip the Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. Arrange a single layer of the soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a rectangular serving dish.
- 5
Layer the Mixture
Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly.
- 6
Repeat the Layers
Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers on top of the mascarpone mixture, followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture. Smooth the top layer.
- 7
Chill the Tiramisu
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
Finishing Touch
- 8
Dust with Cocoa and Garnish
Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder and shavings of dark chocolate for garnish.