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Tiramisu

Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone cheese.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tiramisu
  • 200 g Savoiardi ladyfingers Good quality Italian sponge biscuits
  • 250 g Mascarpone cheese At room temperature
  • 3 large Eggs Separated, ensure they are very fresh
  • 75 g Caster sugar
  • 300 ml Strong Italian Coffee Espresso is ideal, made with Roma, Napoli, or Milano blend
  • 50 ml Marsala wine, dark rum, or coffee liqueur Optional, but recommended for authentic flavour
For Dusting
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder For dusting
For Garnish
  • Chocolate shavings or grated dark chocolate Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Shallow dish for dipping ladyfingers
  • Serving dish (approx. 20x20cm)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric whisk or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Prepare the strong coffee and let it cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks with the caster sugar until pale and creamy. Add the mascarpone cheese and mix until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold them into the mascarpone mixture.
  4. Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the coffee, then layer them in the serving dish.
  5. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  7. Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and add chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur to the coffee dip.