Classic Tiramisu RECIPE

Ingredients

  • 6 egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
  • 2 tbsp Marsala wine (or dark rum, optional)
  • 1 package ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cream Layer:
    In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together over a double boiler until thick and pale (about 8–10 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Then mix in mascarpone cheese until smooth.
  2. Whip the Cream:
    In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
  3. Mix the Coffee Dip:
    In a shallow dish, combine the brewed coffee with Marsala wine or rum (if using).
  4. Assemble the Tiramisu:
    Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture (don’t soak too long), and arrange them in a single layer in a dish (9×13 inch works well).
    Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the ladyfingers.
    Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and top with remaining cream.
  5. Chill:
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight for best results.
  6. Serve:
    Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder and add chocolate shavings if desired.

Let me know if you want a no-egg or alcohol-free version too!


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