Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian dessert with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese.
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Ingredients
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Tiramisu Layers
Mascarpone Mixture
Topping
Method
Prepare Coffee Mixture
- 1
Brew Espresso
Brew 1 cup of espresso coffee and allow it to cool for a few minutes before mixing with sugar and liqueur.
- 2
Mix Coffee Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine the cooled espresso coffee with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of coffee liqueur (if using). Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Prepare Mascarpone Mixture
- 3
Whisk Egg Yolks
In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks and 1 tablespoon of sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy.
- 4
Combine with Mascarpone
Gently fold in 16 ounces of mascarpone cheese until fully incorporated and smooth.
- 5
Whip Heavy Cream
In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- 6
Fold in Whipped Cream
Carefully fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until just combined, ensuring a light and airy texture.
Assemble Tiramisu
- 7
Dip Ladyfingers
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, making sure they are soaked but not soggy.
- 8
Layer Ingredients
In a 9x9 inch dish, arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom, followed by half of the mascarpone mixture. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.
Chill and Garnish
- 9
Chill Tiramisu
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Before serving, dust the top with 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and sprinkle with shaved dark chocolate.