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what is tiramisu

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This traditional tiramisu is an Italian no-bake dessert made with layers of espresso-dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. It’s rich, fluffy, and perfect for any celebration.

  • Total Time: 6 hours (chill time included)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Mascarpone Cream Layer

1 cup mascarpone cheese (240 g)

4 egg yolks

1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)

1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)

Coffee Dipping Mix

1 cup espresso or strong brewed coffee, cooled

Ladyfinger Layer

24 ladyfinger cookies (Savoiardi)

Topping

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

Optional Flavors

1 tsp vanilla extract

Dark chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the coffee and let it cool to room temperature.

2. Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy.

3. Fold in the mascarpone until well combined.

4. Whip the heavy cream separately until stiff peaks form.

5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.

6. Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the coffee.

7. Place a layer of soaked ladyfingers in a dish (9×9-inch).

8. Spread half the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.

9. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and cream.

10. Dust the top with cocoa powder.

11. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight for best texture.

Notes

For a caffeine-free version, use decaf espresso.

Tiramisu tastes even better the next day.

Substitute mascarpone with whipped cream cheese if unavailable.

Avoid over-soaking the ladyfingers—they fall apart.

  • Author: Tiramisu Cake
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg