Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe
Classic Italian Tiramisu is a rich, creamy, and indulgent no-bake dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfinger biscuits and velvety mascarpone cheese, dusted with cocoa powder. This iconic treat combines bold espresso flavor with sweet, smooth textures for an unforgettable dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 200g ladyfinger biscuits
- 250g mascarpone cheese
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 100g granulated sugar
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Coffee: Brew a strong cup of coffee and allow it to cool completely; this will be used to soak the ladyfingers to infuse them with rich coffee flavor.
- Make Mascarpone Cream: In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until the mixture becomes pale and creamy. Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth and well combined.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the mascarpone mixture, ensuring a light and airy cream.
- Soak Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger biscuit into the cooled coffee, soaking just enough to moisten without becoming soggy.
- Assemble Tiramisu: Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a serving dish. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the biscuits. Repeat with another layer of soaked ladyfingers and finish with the remaining mascarpone cream on top.
- Chill: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Serve: Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder for a classic finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs and consume the dessert within 2 days due to raw eggs in the recipe.
- For a boozy version, add a tablespoon of coffee liqueur or Marsala wine to the coffee.
- Ensure coffee is cooled before soaking ladyfingers to prevent them from becoming overly soggy.
- For a lighter texture, fold mascarpone gently to keep the airiness from the whipped egg whites.
- Can substitute mascarpone with cream cheese mixed with heavy cream if mascarpone is unavailable.
Keywords: Tiramisu, Italian dessert, no-bake dessert, coffee dessert, mascarpone cheese dessert, classic tiramisu
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