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Simple Tiramisu

Layers of rich coffee-soaked ladyfingers enveloped in creamy mascarpone, all dusted with cocoa powder.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur optional
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 24 ladyfingers
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Brew a strong cup of coffee and let it cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
  3. Gently fold in mascarpone cheese until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until just combined.
  6. Combine cooled coffee and coffee liqueur in a shallow dish.
  7. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture.
  8. Create a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the baking dish and spread half of the mascarpone mixture over them.
  9. Repeat layers with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.
  11. Dust with cocoa powder just before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality coffee for the best flavor. Soak ladyfingers quickly to avoid sogginess.