Tiramisu Recipe
Make Tiramisu Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Coffee Mixture
For the Mascarpone Mixture
For Assembly
Method
Prepare the Coffee Mixture
- 1
Brew the Espresso
Brew 1 cup of strong espresso and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- 2
Mix the Coffee Mixture
In a shallow dish, combine the brewed espresso, coffee liqueur, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Prepare the Mascarpone Mixture
- 3
Whisk the Egg Yolks
In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and powdered sugar. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and whisk until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Remove from Heat
Remove the bowl from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- 5
Combine with Mascarpone
Add the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract to the egg yolk mixture. Gently fold until well combined.
- 6
Whip the Heavy Cream
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- 7
Fold in the Whipped Cream
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
Assemble the Tiramisu
- 8
Dip the Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
- 9
Layer the Ingredients
In a 9x9 inch (or similar size) dish, place a layer of dipped ladyfingers on the bottom. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- 10
Repeat Layers
Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers on top of the mascarpone mixture, followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- 11
Chill
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- 12
Serve
Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and sprinkle with chocolate shavings if desired.
