Description
Indulge in the Best Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe, a luxurious dessert that marries creamy mascarpone with rich coffee for an unforgettable treat. This timeless dish captivates the senses with its light texture and perfectly balanced sweetness, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—from intimate family gatherings to grand celebrations. Impress your guests with this elegant dessert that’s not only easy to prepare but also perfect for making ahead of time. With customizable options and versatile serving styles, every bite promises to be a delightful experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cold mascarpone cheese
- 4 egg yolks (or 4 egg whites)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (or whipped egg whites)
- ~30 ladyfingers
- 1 1/2 cups strong black coffee
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Brew strong black coffee and let it cool.
- In a mixing bowl, blend mascarpone, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream or egg whites to stiff peaks and gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly into the cooled coffee and layer half in a baking dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers followed by the remaining mascarpone.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg