Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese.
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Ingredients
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Tiramisu Ingredients
Method
Tiramisu Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Coffee Mixture
Brew the espresso coffee and let it cool. If using, mix in the coffee liqueur.
- 2
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- 3
Mix Mascarpone and Sugar
In another bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- 4
Fold in Whipped Cream
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
- 5
Dip Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture, making sure not to soak them too long.
- 6
Layer the Tiramisu
In a rectangular dish, layer half of the dipped ladyfingers at the bottom. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- 7
Chill
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. Cut into squares and enjoy!