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#Tiramisù

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Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed: Electric mixer, mixing bowls, spatula, baking dish (9x13 or similar)

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 1 ¼ cups espresso or strong coffee cooled
  • 3 tablespoons Marsala wine optional, can substitute rum or skip
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cups mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pack 7-8 oz ladyfinger cookies (Savoiardi)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
  • Dark chocolate shavings optional for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Method for Creating Tiramisu:
  • Prepare Coffee Mixture
  • Brew your espresso or strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature.
  • Stir in the Marsala wine (or rum) if using. Set aside for later.
  • Make the Mascarpone Filling
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until they become pale and creamy. This step is crucial for achieving a smooth and luscious filling.
  • Add the mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture and beat until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, ensuring a light and fluffy texture. This is the creamy heart of your Tiramisu!
  • Assemble the Layers
  • Take each ladyfinger and dip it quickly into the cooled coffee mixture, ensuring it soaks up the flavor but doesn't get soggy. Line them up in a single layer in your baking dish.
  • Spread half of the mascarpone filling evenly over the layer of ladyfingers.
  • Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers on top, then spread the remaining mascarpone filling over that.
  • Chill and Set
  • Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together and the dessert to set properly.
  • Finishing Touches
  • Before serving, dust the top of the Tiramisu with unsweetened cocoa powder and, if desired, sprinkle some dark chocolate shavings for an extra decadent touch.