Description
Classic Italian tiramisu delights coffee and dessert enthusiasts with layers of creamy mascarpone and espresso-soaked ladyfingers. Delicate flavors blend perfectly, offering rich indulgence you will savor with each elegant bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ladyfingers (Savoiardi, firm and crisp)
- 1.25 cups (296 ml) mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 0.5 cups (100 g) granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups (177 ml) heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1.5 cups (355 ml) strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 2 tbsps coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlua, optional)
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Grated chocolate or chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Coffee Infusion: Craft a robust espresso blend by mixing freshly brewed coffee with coffee liqueur, creating a sophisticated liquid base for soaking ladyfingers.
- Egg Preparation: Skillfully separate egg yolks and whites, whisking yolks with sugar until the mixture transforms into a pale, silky ribbon that cascades smoothly.
- Cream Composition: Fold mascarpone cheese into the egg mixture, creating a luxurious, velvety cream. Gently incorporate whipped egg whites to maintain the airy texture.
- Ladyfinger Assembly: Swiftly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture, ensuring a delicate yet thorough coating without waterlogging the delicate biscuits.
- Layering Technique: Construct alternating layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream in an elegant serving dish, building a harmonious architectural dessert.
- Finishing Touch: Generously dust the surface with rich cocoa powder, creating a sophisticated chocolate veil that adds depth and visual allure.
- Resting Period: Refrigerate the tiramisu for several hours, allowing the flavors to harmonize and the dessert to set into a perfectly balanced, creamy consistency.
- Presentation: Serve chilled, with a final light dusting of cocoa powder, transforming the dessert into a stunning culinary masterpiece ready to delight.
Notes
- Prevent Soggy Ladyfingers: Dip ladyfingers quickly in coffee mixture for just 1-2 seconds to avoid oversaturation, maintaining their delicate texture and preventing a mushy dessert.
- Control Egg Whites Stability: Ensure egg whites are whipped at room temperature and use clean, grease-free equipment to achieve perfect stiff peaks that provide essential airiness.
- Master Mascarpone Incorporation: Fold mascarpone gently into egg mixture to prevent deflating the cream, using a bottom-to-top motion that preserves the light, airy consistency.
- Enhance Flavor Depth: Allow tiramisu to rest in refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours or overnight, enabling coffee and cream flavors to develop and meld completely for a more intense taste experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg