Tiramisu: A Perfect Italian Dessert in Under 4 Hours
Learn how to make a classic Tiramisu, a beloved no-bake Italian dessert. This recipe features coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a rich mascarpone cream, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 250g Mascarpone Cheese
- 2 Eggs
- 100g Granulated Sugar
- 200ml Strong Coffee
- 24 Ladyfingers
- Cocoa Powder for dusting
Instructions
- Beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
- Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until just combined.
- Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold them into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip the ladyfingers quickly into the strong coffee.
- Arrange a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and the remaining cream.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Dust generously with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Ensure your coffee is strong and cooled before dipping the ladyfingers.
- Do not over-soak the ladyfingers, as they can become too soggy.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of Marsala wine or rum to the coffee.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg