Tiramisu Recipe
The classic. With mascarpone cream, lady fingers dipped in freshly brewed espresso, topped with cocoa powder.
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Ingredients
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Cream Mixture
Espresso Mixture
Ladyfingers Layer
Topping
Method
Prepare the Cream Mixture
- 1
Combine the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolks until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Whip the Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
Prepare the Espresso Mixture
- 3
Brew the Espresso
Brew 240 ml of fresh espresso and let it cool slightly. If using coffee liqueur, mix it into the espresso.
Assemble the Tiramisu
- 4
Dip the Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture, making sure not to soak them. Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of a serving dish.
- 5
Layer the Cream
Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly.
- 6
Repeat Layers
Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers on top of the cream, followed by the remaining mascarpone cream. Smooth the top layer nicely.
Chill and Serve
- 7
Chill
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- 8
Serve
Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder. Slice and serve chilled.