Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy decadence of this Classic Italian Tiramisu. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and luscious mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa powder and dark chocolate shavings, create the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Yolk Mixture:
- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
Mascarpone Filling:
- 1 pound (16 oz) mascarpone cheese (softened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other:
- 2 cups brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 package (7 oz) ladyfinger cookies (Savoiardi)
- unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
- dark chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Egg Yolk Mixture: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thickened. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Whipped Cream: Beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Mascarpone Filling: Combine mascarpone cheese with vanilla extract, then fold in egg yolk mixture. Gently fold in whipped cream.
- Assembly: Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture and layer in dish. Spread mascarpone filling over ladyfingers. Repeat layers. Chill for at least 6 hours.
- Serving: Dust top with cocoa powder and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed espresso for best flavor.
- Omit coffee liqueur for a non-alcoholic version.
- Tiramisu can be made ahead and improves with time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
