Description
Indulge in the classic Italian dessert with this easy no-bake tiramisu recipe. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone cheese, dusted with cocoa powder, create a decadent treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 6 large egg yolks
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Mascarpone Cream:
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
Assembly:
- 1 ¾ cups strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
- 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (such as Kahlúa, optional)
- 2 packages (7 ounces each) ladyfinger cookies
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Dark chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Egg Mixture: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisk egg yolks and sugar until thick. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Mascarpone Cream: Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in mascarpone until smooth. Gently fold into egg mixture.
- Assembly: Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture and layer in dish. Spread mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers. Repeat layering. Chill for at least 6 hours.
- Finishing Touches: Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- For authentic flavor, use Italian mascarpone and strong espresso.
- The longer tiramisu chills, the better the flavor and texture.
- To avoid raw eggs, use pasteurized yolks or prepare the egg mixture over gentle heat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
