Description
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that combines soft, coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a rich mascarpone filling, all dusted with cocoa powder. This layered delight is perfect for any occasion, bringing warmth and sweetness to gatherings. With its irresistible flavor and creamy texture, making tiramisu at home is easier than you think. Follow this straightforward recipe to create a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ladyfingers
- 1 cup espresso (freshly brewed)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Brew the espresso and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers in espresso and layer them in a dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers; repeat with another layer.
- Top with remaining mascarpone mixture and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 81mg
Keywords: For an adult twist, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur to your espresso soak. Enhance flavors by allowing tiramisu to chill overnight.