Description
Classic Italian tiramisu — a luscious, no-bake dessert made with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone filling, and a dusting of cocoa powder. Elegant, rich, and surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
For Assembly:
- 2 cups strong brewed espresso or coffee (cooled)
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional, e.g., Kahlúa)
- 2 packs (about 14 oz) ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar over a double boiler until thick and pale (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat. Stir in the mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into mascarpone mixture until combined.
- Coffee soak: In a shallow dish, mix cooled espresso with liqueur (if using). Quickly dip each ladyfinger (1–2 seconds, do not soak).
- Assemble layers: In a 9×13 dish, layer half the soaked ladyfingers. Spread half the mascarpone mixture over them. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, for best flavor and texture.
- Serve: Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For a kid-friendly version, skip the liqueur.
- Best served within 2–3 days.
- Make sure mascarpone is at room temperature before mixing for a smooth filling.
- Ladyfingers should be dipped quickly — too long and they’ll fall apart.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for egg mixture)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
