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A delicious plate of Italian Tiramisu

Italian Tiramisu

Indulge in this classic Italian Tiramisu, a rich and creamy no-bake dessert featuring coffee-soaked ladyfingers, a mascarpone custard, and a dusting of cocoa. Perfect for any special occasion or a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 482
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Cream Mixture
  • 500 g Mascarpone cheese Ensure it's at room temperature for easy blending.
  • 100 g Granulated sugar Used to sweeten the creamy mascarpone mixture.
  • 200 ml Heavy cream Whip to soft peaks before gently folding into the mixture.
  • 4 large Egg yolks Crucial for the rich, custardy base of the tiramisu.
For the Coffee Soak
  • 250 ml Fresh espresso Brew strong and allow to cool before mixing with liqueur.
  • 200 ml Marsala wine or coffee liqueur Adds a rich, boozy flavor; optional for an alcohol-free version.
For Assembly
  • 2 tablespoon Dark cocoa powder For dusting just before serving, use good quality cocoa.
  • 1 pack Ladyfingers Quickly dip in coffee mixture to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Equipment

  • Heatproof Bowl
  • whisk
  • Serving dish (e.g., 9x13 inch)
  • Saucepan (for simmering water)

Method
 

  1. Brew 250 ml of strong espresso. Allow it to cool slightly, then mix in 200 ml of Marsala wine or coffee liqueur.
  2. In a heatproof bowl over a simmering pot, whisk together egg yolks with 100 g of granulated sugar for about 8-10 minutes until creamy and pale.
  3. Gently fold in 500 g of mascarpone cheese until no lumps remain.
  4. Whip 200 ml of heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
  5. Dip the ladyfingers quickly in the cooled coffee mixture and lay them in a single layer at the bottom of your dish.
  6. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers and smooth it out. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and remaining cream.
  7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  8. Before serving, dust the top with dark cocoa powder.

Notes

For best results, prepare Tiramisu a day in advance to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set perfectly. You can substitute Marsala wine with an equal amount of coffee liqueur or omit alcohol entirely by using extra strong coffee or a non-alcoholic coffee syrup.