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Easy Authentic Italian Tiramisu

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This Authentic Italian Tiramisu is a classic, no-bake dessert made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a rich mascarpone cream. It’s light, creamy, and bursting with the flavors of coffee, cocoa, and a hint of liqueur—a perfect end to any meal.

Ingredients

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For the tiramisu:

  • 3 large egg yolks
  • â…“ cup (70 g) granulated sugar
  • 8 oz (225 g) mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) strong coffee or espresso, cooled
  • 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa, optional)
  • 24–30 ladyfingers (savoiardi)

For topping:

  • Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Dark chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Mascarpone Cream:

  1. Beat the egg yolks and sugar:
    • In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the mascarpone:
    • Add the mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture and beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Whip the cream:
    • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks using an electric mixer.
  4. Fold the mixtures together:
    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined. Be careful not to deflate the cream.

Assemble the Tiramisu:

  1. Prepare the coffee soak:
    • Combine the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if using) in a shallow dish.
  2. Dip the ladyfingers:
    • Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
  3. Layer the dessert:
    • Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) dish. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers.
    • Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone cream.
  4. Dust with cocoa:
    • Sift a generous layer of cocoa powder over the top.

Chill and Serve:

  1. Chill the tiramisu:
    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  2. Serve:
    • Dust with more cocoa powder or add chocolate shavings before serving. Slice into squares and enjoy

Notes

  • For an alcohol-free version, omit the coffee liqueur and use decaffeinated coffee if desired.
  • Use high-quality mascarpone for the best flavor and texture.
  • Tiramisu can be made up to 2 days in advance, as the flavors improve with time.

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