Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Authentic Italian Tiramisu Recipe. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and luscious mascarpone cream, topped with cocoa and dark chocolate shavings, make this classic dessert a true delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture:
- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Cream Mixture:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
Assembly:
- 2 cups brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
- 7 oz (about 30) ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Egg Mixture: In a heatproof bowl over a double boiler, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar. Cook until thickened and pale. Let cool.
- Cream Mixture: Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold mascarpone into the egg mixture, then fold in the whipped cream until combined.
- Assembly: Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture, layer in dish with mascarpone cream. Chill for at least 6 hours. Dust with cocoa and garnish before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality mascarpone and espresso for the best flavor.
- Tiramisu can be made up to 2 days ahead and kept chilled.
- Raw eggs are traditional; use pasteurized eggs if preferred for food safety.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
