Best Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe: An Indulgent Treat You’ll Love
A delightful and authentic Italian tiramisu recipe that’s perfect for any occasion and loved by all.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- In a shallow dish, combine the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur.
- Dip each ladyfinger briefly into the coffee mixture and layer them in a baking dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso instead of regular coffee.
- Add chocolate shavings on top for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg