Indulgent Italian Tiramisu That Impresses Every Time
Indulge in this classic Italian Tiramisu, a rich dessert featuring layers of mascarpone and coffee-soaked ladyfingers that's perfect for impressing loved ones.
Equipment
- heatproof bowl
- spatula
- Fine Sieve
- mixing bowls
- hand mixer
Ingredients
For the Cream Mixture
- 500 g Mascarpone cheese
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 200 ml Heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
For the Coffee Soak
- 250 ml Fresh espresso brewed strong
- 200 ml Marsala wine or coffee liqueur
For Assembly
- 2 tablespoon Dark cocoa powder for dusting
- 1 pack Ladyfingers
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Italian Tiramisu
- Brew 250 ml of strong espresso. Allow it to cool slightly, then mix in 200 ml of Marsala wine or coffee liqueur.
- In a heatproof bowl over a simmering pot, whisk together egg yolks with 100 g of granulated sugar for about 8-10 minutes until creamy and pale.
- Gently fold in 500 g of mascarpone cheese until no lumps remain.
- Whip 200 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip the ladyfingers quickly in the cooled coffee mixture and lay them in a single layer at the bottom of your dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers and smooth it out. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and remaining cream.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, dust the top with dark cocoa powder.
Notes
For best flavor, use high-quality mascarpone and fresh espresso. Chill overnight for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
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