Tiramisu, a Classic Italian Dessert

Ingredients

  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
  • 2 packs ladyfinger biscuits (Savoiardi)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • Dark chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the cream:
    In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until thick and pale. Gently fold in the mascarpone until smooth.
  2. Whip the cream:
    In another bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
  3. Prepare the coffee dip:
    Combine the cooled coffee (and liqueur, if using) in a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for about 1–2 seconds. Do not soak them too long, or they’ll become soggy.
  4. Assemble the tiramisu:
    Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish or similar container. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and top with the remaining mascarpone cream.
  5. Chill:
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, so the flavors can meld.
  6. Serve:
    Just before serving, dust generously with unsweetened cocoa powder and add chocolate shavings if desired.

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