Description
Indulge in the BEST Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe, a luscious and creamy dessert that showcases the rich flavors of coffee and mascarpone cheese. This delightful treat is perfect for any occasion, making it a go-to choice for dinner parties or family gatherings. With its light texture and balanced sweetness, this tiramisu will impress your guests and leave them craving more. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, allowing everyone from novice cooks to seasoned chefs to enjoy a taste of Italy at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese (450g), chilled
- 4 egg yolks
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar (133g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (360g), chilled
- 30–36 ladyfingers
- 1 1/2 cups strong black coffee, room temperature (360g)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Add mascarpone cheese, vanilla, and salt; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
- Dip ladyfingers briefly in coffee and layer half in a baking dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers; repeat layers.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg