This Classic Italian Tiramisu recipe is the ultimate dessert for even the pickiest of guests! Creamy mascarpone filling is layered between coffee soaked ladyfingers and topped off with a dusting of cocoa powder.
0.5cupKahlua - sweet Marsala wine or dark rumsubstitute additional espresso for alcohol free
7ouncesSavoiardi ladyfingers24 count package
.25cupcocoa powder
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until thick and creamy. Add the mascarpone and whisk until smooth, set aside.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture, set aside.
Combine strong coffee or espresso with Kahlua in a shallow bowl. Dip each of the ladyfinger cookies into the mixture, flip it over and quickly remove. Do not allow the ladyfingers to float or sink into the coffee mixture, just a quick dip to moisten is all you need.
Arrange the coffee-soaked ladyfingers on the bottom of the baking dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers and sprinkle with cocoa powder.
Arrange the second layer of ladyfingers topped with the remaining mascarpone and cocoa powder.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving.
Notes
You need to use Espresso, or really, really strong coffee for this dessert for the flavor to stand out over the mascarpone cheese.
Substitute dairy-free cream cheese for the mascarpone cheese if you need a dairy-free dessert. I am allergic to soy, so this is not an option.
This recipe contains raw eggs, which is dangerous for pregnant women. Use the best quality pasteurized eggs to avoid salmonella.
Not all lady fingers are the same. Some are hard and crunchy like these are, and some are soft and almost cake like. Dip/soak the lady fingers for 5 to 6 seconds for the hard type, and less for the soft ones. You don’t want them falling apart as you are assembling your dessert.
Store leftover tiramisu in an airtight container inside the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.
A 9 x 9 baking dish would probably work for this recipe if needed.