Classic Tiramisu with Espresso Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of a classic tiramisu with espresso. This no-bake Italian dessert features layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a luscious mascarpone cream, finished with a dusting of cocoa powder and optional chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Egg Mixture:
- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Cream Mixture:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
Assembly:
- 1 1/2 cups brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisk egg yolks and sugar until thickened and pale, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Mix Mascarpone Cream: In a large bowl, beat mascarpone until smooth. Gently fold in the cooled egg mixture, then fold in the whipped cream until smooth.
- Assemble Tiramisu: Dip ladyfingers in espresso mixture and layer in a dish. Spread half of mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers. Repeat layering, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
- Serve: Dust with cocoa powder and chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- Use pasteurized eggs or a double boiler method for food safety.
- Tiramisu is best made a day ahead to develop flavors fully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
