Best Classic Italian Tiramisu: An Indulgent Homemade Delight
Explore the rich flavors of the BEST Classic Italian Tiramisu, a dessert that will delight your senses.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup strong espresso, cooled
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine egg yolks and sugar over medium heat, whisking until thickened.
- Stir in milk and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in mascarpone cheese.
- Combine the cooled espresso with ladyfingers, dipping them briefly before layering them in a dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, then layer another set of dipped ladyfingers on top.
- Top with the remaining mascarpone mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder.
Notes
- For an extra touch, add a splash of coffee liqueur to the espresso.
- Make sure to use high-quality mascarpone for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 180mg