Tiramisu
350kcal
Ingredients
Coffee Mixture
- 1 cup brewed espresso Use strong coffee for a bold flavor.
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur Adds depth; optional.
Cream Filling
- 3 large egg yolks Adds richness and creaminess.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Balances coffee bitterness.
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese Signature ingredient.
- 1 cup heavy cream Creates luxurious texture.
Layering
- 24–30 ladyfingers (savoiardi) Spongey cookies that soak up coffee.
Topping
- unsweetened cocoa powder Classic finishing touch.
- dark chocolate shavings Optional, for decoration.
Method
Preparation
- Brew your espresso or strong coffee and let it cool completely.
- Whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and creamy, about 5 minutes.
- Fold in the mascarpone cheese gently until smooth.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the whipped cream with the mascarpone mixture, folding until fully incorporated.
- Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
- Layer soaked ladyfingers in a dish, then spread half of the mascarpone mixture over them.
- Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and then the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours or overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving and optionally add dark chocolate shavings.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories350kcalCarbohydrates40gProtein6gFat20gSaturated Fat12gCholesterol150mgSodium100mgPotassium300mgFiber1gSugar25gVitamin A400IUCalcium90mgIron1.5mg
Notes
Optional: Garnish with fresh berries for color and flavor. For best results, refrigerate overnight for flavor development.