Classic Tiramisu Recipe
Make an authentic Italian tiramisu with this easy no-bake recipe. Featuring espresso, mascarpone, and ladyfingers, it’s a classic dessert everyone loves.
Tiramisu is a cherished Italian dessert known for its delicate layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and luscious mascarpone cream. It requires no baking and is wonderfully easy to prepare, making it a favourite both for special occasions and casual gatherings. This version uses gently cooked egg yolks and whipped cream for a safer, family-friendly alternative to traditional raw egg methods.
Classic Tiramisu Recipe
Ingredients
- 300 ml strong espresso, cooled to room temperature
- 4 egg yolks
- 100 grams sugar
- 250 grams mascarpone cheese
- 200 ml heavy cream (whipping cream)
- 200 grams savoiardi (ladyfingers)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the espresso and set it aside to cool. If making a child-friendly version, you may replace the espresso with decaffeinated coffee, barley coffee, hot cocoa, or sweetened vanilla milk.
- 2
In a heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar.
- 3
Place the bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, making sure the bottom doesn’t touch the water.
- 4
Whisk continuously for 8 to 10 minutes, until the mixture becomes pale, thick, and reaches about 70°C.
- 5
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 6
Fold the mascarpone into the cooled egg yolk mixture until smooth and well combined.
- 7
In a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
- 8
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, being careful not to deflate it.
- 9
Briefly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso and layer them in a rectangular dish.
- 10
Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers and smooth the top.
- 11
Repeat with another layer of espresso-dipped ladyfingers and the remaining cream mixture.
- 12
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 13
Dust generously with cocoa powder just before serving.
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