Description

A no-bake, creamy classic tiramisu featuring espresso-soaked ladyfingers and luscious mascarpone cream. This easy homemade dessert balances rich espresso flavor with silky texture, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups (360 ml) brewed strong espresso, cooled
24 ladyfingers
1 cup (240 g) full-fat mascarpone cheese
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
4 large egg yolks (pasteurized recommended)
½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Optional: 2 tablespoons (30 ml) coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa or Marsala wine)

Instructions

Brew 1 ½ cups of strong espresso and pour into a shallow bowl. Let it cool slightly. Add coffee liqueur if using.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together 4 egg yolks and ½ cup sugar. Place over low heat and whisk constantly until thickened and pale, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Transfer the egg yolk mixture to a mixing bowl. Add mascarpone and vanilla extract, whisk until smooth.
In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks using an electric mixer. Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture without overmixing.
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso (1-2 seconds per side) and lay a single layer in a 9×9 inch baking dish or trifle bowl.
Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers.
Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and finish with remaining mascarpone cream.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Before serving, dust generously with unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine mesh strainer.

Notes

Use pasteurized eggs or cook egg yolks gently with sugar to ensure safety. Dip ladyfingers quickly to avoid sogginess. Make ahead and chill overnight for best flavor. Do not freeze as texture may become grainy. For a twist, add coffee liqueur or substitute ladyfingers with pound cake. Fold whipped cream gently to keep airy texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1
Calories: 380
Sugar: 20
Sodium: 100
Fat: 24
Saturated Fat: 14
Carbohydrates: 35
Protein: 7

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