A beloved Italian classic, Tiramisu is a rich and creamy dessert made with coffee-soaked ladyfingers, velvety mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder. This no-bake treat is easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients (4 Servings):
✅ 200 g ladyfingers (Savoiardi biscuits) 🍪
✅ 250 g mascarpone cheese 🧀
✅ 2 eggs, separated 🥚
✅ 50 g granulated sugar 🍚
✅ 200 ml strong brewed coffee (espresso preferred), cooled ☕
✅ 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional, e.g., Amaretto, Kahlúa, or Marsala wine) 🍸
✅ 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫
🔹 Optional: Dark chocolate shavings for garnish 🍫
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Mascarpone Cream
1️⃣ In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with sugar until light and creamy.
2️⃣ Add mascarpone cheese and mix until smooth.
Step 2: Whip the Egg Whites
3️⃣ In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4️⃣ Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the mascarpone mixture to keep it fluffy.
Step 3: Soak the Ladyfingers
5️⃣ Mix the coffee and coffee liqueur in a shallow dish.
6️⃣ Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture (don’t soak too long, or they’ll become soggy!).
Step 4: Assemble the Tiramisu
7️⃣ In a dish, layer half of the coffee-soaked ladyfingers.
8️⃣ Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over them.
9️⃣ Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and finish with the remaining mascarpone cream.
Step 5: Chill & Serve
🔟 Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight for best flavor).
🔟 Before serving, dust generously with cocoa powder and add chocolate shavings if desired.
Buon Appetito! 🍰☕🇮🇹
This Tiramisu is creamy, rich, and bursting with coffee flavor—a perfect Italian dessert!
✨ Extra Tip:
👉 For an alcohol-free version, simply skip the liqueur!