Classic Tiramisu
Classic Tiramisu is a no-bake Italian dessert made with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and rich mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa powder. Elegant and indulgent, it’s perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 (8 oz) container mascarpone cheese
- 1 1/2 cups brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 (7 oz) package ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- 2–3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar. Place over simmering water and whisk constantly for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Remove and cool.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently mix mascarpone in a large bowl to soften. Fold in the cooled egg mixture, then fold in the whipped cream.
- In a shallow dish, mix cooled espresso with liqueur (if using).
- Dip each ladyfinger quickly (1–2 seconds) into coffee and line the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the cookies. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining cream.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder just before serving.
Notes
- Use decaf coffee for a kid-friendly version.
- To make ahead, prepare up to 2 days in advance and keep refrigerated.
- Do not freeze, as texture may change.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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