Description
Indulge in the luxurious layers of this classic tiramisu, where coffee-soaked ladyfingers meet silky mascarpone cheese. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of rich espresso and sweet cocoa, creating an unforgettable dessert experience. Perfect for gatherings or to satisfy your sweet tooth, this recipe is simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough for any occasion. With just a few essential ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a decadent treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ladyfingers (about 7 oz)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup brewed espresso (cooled)
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Brew a strong cup of espresso and let it cool.
- In a bowl, whisk mascarpone cheese, sugar, and egg yolks until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture until combined.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into cooled espresso and layer them in a serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, then repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers followed by the remaining filling.
- Dust cocoa powder on top and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg