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Tiramisu

Name: Tiramisu
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 5 h
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 200 g ladyfingers; 300 ml strong espresso, cooled; 500 g mascarpone cheese; 6 large egg yolks; 150 g granulated sugar; 60 ml Marsala wine (or dark rum/brandy); 5 ml vanilla extract; 15 g unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Difficulty

medium

Time

Price Category

average

Calories

High

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert, whose name literally means 'cheer me up' or 'pick me up'. This creamy delight consists of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, a rich mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder. It's a perfect choice for special occasions or simply for a sweet indulgence. Prepare it in advance to allow the flavors to meld perfectly and the dessert to chill thoroughly.

ingredients

8 Servings

200 g ladyfingers300 ml strong espresso, cooled500 g mascarpone cheese6 large egg yolks150 g granulated sugar60 ml Marsala wine (or dark rum/brandy)5 ml vanilla extract15 g unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Steps

Prepare the base cream

In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, and Marsala wine. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (bain-marie), ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. Continuously whisk with a hand whisk for about 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens, becomes light in color, and frothy. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool completely.

Assemble Mascarpone cream

In a large bowl, gently fold the cooled egg yolk mixture into the mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy. Be careful not to overmix, as mascarpone can curdle easily.

Layering

Pour the cooled espresso into a shallow dish. Quickly dip the ladyfingers into the espresso, coating both sides, but do not soak them completely to prevent them from becoming too soggy. Arrange a single layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) dish or similar. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, then repeat with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and the remaining cream.

Chill and serve

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set. Before serving, generously dust with unsweetened cocoa powder using a sieve. Slice and enjoy!

Extra Tips

► For the best results, prepare your Tiramisu a day in advance to allow the flavors to meld perfectly.

► Use very strong, freshly brewed espresso for the most intense coffee flavor.

► If you prefer, you can omit the Marsala wine or substitute it with a splash of coffee liqueur for extra flavor.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 120g / 4.2 oz
Calories	380 kcal	456 kcal
Protein	7g	8.4g
Fat	28g	33.6g
Carbohydrate	25g	30g
Fiber	1g	1.2g
Sugar	18g	21.6g

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