Authentic Tiramisu Recipe
This authentic tiramisu recipe offers a classic Italian dessert experience featuring layers of espresso-soaked savoiardi biscuits and a creamy mascarpone mixture, finished with a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfectly creamy, rich, and easy to prepare without baking, this dessert is ideal for special occasions or anytime you crave a luxurious treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Coffee Mixture
- 350 ml Strong coffee (1½ cup) (espresso)
- 4 tbsp Marsala wine or Rum (Optional: Kahlua, Tia Maria, or Rum flavouring)
Main Ingredients
- 300 g Savoiardi biscuits (10.5 oz) (ladyfingers)
- 500 g Mascarpone (16 oz) (2 packages)
- 4 Eggs
- 90 g Granulated sugar (0.45 cups) (1 dl)
- 40 g Cocoa powder unsweetened (1.4 oz) (for dusting)
Instructions
- Separate eggs: Separate the egg yolks and egg whites into two different bowls to prepare for the mousse and meringue components.
- Whisk yolks and sugar: Using a hand mixer, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes creamy and pale in color, indicating that the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add mascarpone: Gently mix in the mascarpone cheese into the yolk and sugar mixture, continuing to whisk until you achieve a smooth, creamy texture with no lumps.
- Beat egg whites: In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a mixer until stiff peaks form, creating a light and airy meringue.
- Fold whites into mascarpone: Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the mascarpone mixture using a spatula, mixing gently to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
- Prepare coffee liquor: In another bowl, combine the strong espresso coffee with your choice of Marsala wine, Rum, or flavored liqueur to create the soaking liquid for the biscuits.
- Dip biscuits: Quickly dip each savoiardi biscuit into the coffee and liquor mixture, making sure not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess.
- Layer dessert: Arrange a layer of dipped biscuits in a serving dish. Spread a layer of the mascarpone cream on top. Repeat the layering process once more to create two layers, finishing with a final layer of mascarpone cream.
- Refrigerate: Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours or preferably overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
- Dust and serve: Just before serving, generously dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder for an authentic finish and enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed, strong espresso for the best flavor.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers to prevent them from becoming too soggy or falling apart.
- For added flavor, you can substitute coffee with decaffeinated espresso if preferred.
- Ensure egg whites are whipped properly to stiff peaks for the lightest texture.
- Tiramisu tastes better after resting overnight as the flavors meld beautifully.
- Consume within 2 days for best freshness.
Keywords: Tiramisu, Italian dessert, espresso dessert, mascarpone, ladyfingers, no-bake dessert
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