Description
Sweet layers of mascarpone and espresso combine in classic Tiramisu, creating a luxurious Italian dessert that whispers romantic Milan cafés. Silky ladyfingers soaked in rich coffee dance beneath creamy clouds, inviting dessert enthusiasts to savor each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Mascarpone and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream, cold
- 3 large egg yolks
Coffee and Liqueur:
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) strong coffee or espresso, cooled
- 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlua, optional)
Dry Ingredients and Garnish:
- ⅓ cup (70 grams) granulated sugar
- 24–30 ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Craft the silky mascarpone base by vigorously whisking egg yolks and sugar until the mixture transforms into a pale, luxurious cream with a ribbony texture.
- Gently fold mascarpone cheese into the egg mixture, creating a smooth, velvety consistency that appears light and airy.
- In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring the cream stands upright when the whisk is lifted.
- Delicately incorporate the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, using a gentle folding technique to maintain the airiness of the cream.
- Prepare a shallow coffee bath by combining freshly brewed espresso with coffee liqueur, creating a rich and aromatic liquid.
- Swiftly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, allowing just a momentary submersion to prevent sogginess.
- Create the first layer of the dessert by carefully arranging the coffee-kissed ladyfingers across the bottom of a rectangular dish.
- Spread half of the creamy mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfinger foundation, ensuring complete coverage.
- Repeat the layering process with another set of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone cream.
- Generously dust the entire surface with high-quality cocoa powder, creating an elegant and rich chocolate veil.
- Refrigerate the tiramisu for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the dessert to set perfectly.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with an additional light dusting of cocoa powder or delicate chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Choose room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth, creamy mascarpone mixture without lumps.
- Use strong espresso or freshly brewed coffee for authentic Italian flavor depth, cooling it completely before soaking ladyfingers.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly to prevent them from becoming soggy and falling apart, creating a perfect texture balance between soft and structured.
- Store tiramisu covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, allowing flavors to meld and develop more intense taste profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg