Description
Indulge in this classic Italian tiramisu recipe that layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers with luscious mascarpone cream, finished with a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfectly balanced in sweetness and flavor, it’s a no-bake dessert everyone will love.
Ingredients
- Mascarpone Cream
- 16 oz (450g) mascarpone cheese, cold
- 4 egg yolks
- ¾ cup (165g) sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1½ cups heavy cream (360g) or 4 egg whites
- Assembly
- Approximately 30 ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- 1½ cups strong black coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
Prepare the Mascarpone Cream:
- Whisk mascarpone cheese for 30-60 seconds until creamy.
- Over a double boiler, whisk egg yolks with sugar until light and ribbony.
- Combine the egg yolk mixture with mascarpone, adding vanilla and salt if desired.
- Whip heavy cream or egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the mascarpone mixture in batches.
2. Assemble the Tiramisu:
- Quickly dip ladyfingers into cooled coffee (moist but not soggy).
- Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers in a 7×11-inch or 9-inch square dish.
- Spread half the mascarpone cream over the layer.
- Repeat layers with remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone cream.
3. Chill:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Serve:
- Dust with cocoa powder just before serving.
- Slice and enjoy.
Notes
- For an alcoholic version, add ¼ cup rum or coffee liqueur to the coffee soak or mascarpone cream.
- Substitute egg whites with whipped cream for a richer texture.
- Use pasteurized eggs or cook the yolks for safety.
- For a tangier twist, use cream cheese instead of mascarpone, though it will alter the taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: At least 4 hours (overnight recommended)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
