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Best Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe

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Discover the BEST Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe, a luscious, creamy dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and rich mascarpone cream. This timeless treat blends smooth mascarpone cheese with whipped cream and delicate egg yolks, all infused with the bold flavor of strong black coffee and finished with a dusting of cocoa powder. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking an authentic Italian experience, this easy-to-make tiramisu requires chilling time but minimal active preparation, ensuring a delightful ending to any meal.

Ingredients

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Dairy and Eggs

  • 16 oz mascarpone cheese (450g), cold
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (360g), chilled

Sweeteners and Flavors

  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar (133g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Main Components

  • 30–36 ladyfingers
  • 1 1/2 cups strong black coffee, room temperature (360g)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the mascarpone mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold mascarpone cheese, egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well blended, ensuring no lumps remain.
  2. Whip the heavy cream: In a separate bowl, use a mixer to whip the chilled heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This means the cream should be able to hold its shape firmly when the beaters are lifted.
  3. Fold the whipped cream into mascarpone: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture using a spatula. Be careful to maintain the airiness of the whipped cream by folding slowly and not stirring vigorously.
  4. Soak and layer ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled strong black coffee, just enough to moisten without becoming soggy. Arrange half of the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer at the bottom of your baking dish.
  5. Add the first cream layer: Spread half of the mascarpone and cream mixture evenly over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing the surface gently with a spatula.
  6. Create the second layer: Repeat the soaking process with the remaining ladyfingers and place them over the first cream layer. Top with the remaining mascarpone mixture, spreading it gently to cover completely.
  7. Chill the tiramisu: Cover the assembled tiramisu with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
  8. Serve and dust: Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder for a classic finish and a slight chocolate bitterness that complements the sweetness and coffee flavors.

Notes

  • Use room temperature mascarpone before mixing to avoid lumps.
  • Dip ladyfingers quickly to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • For extra flavor, use coffee liqueur or amaretto in the coffee dipping liquid.
  • Chilling overnight improves texture and flavor melding.
  • Contains raw egg yolks; use pasteurized eggs for increased safety if desired.

Keywords: classic tiramisu, Italian dessert, mascarpone tiramisu, no-bake tiramisu, coffee tiramisu

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