Tantalizing Tiramisu Chef Recipe for Your Next Dessert Adventure Recipe
This Tantalizing Tiramisu recipe is a classic Italian dessert that combines layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a rich, creamy mascarpone mixture. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a decadent treat, this no-bake dessert is easy to prepare and best served chilled after a restful refrigeration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cream
- 4 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Caster Sugar (110g)
- 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 8 oz Mascarpone (250g)
For the Coffee Mixture
- 1.25 cups Black Coffee
- 2 tbsp Frangelico or Kahlua or almond essence for non-alcoholic option
For the Layers
- 200 g Lady Fingers (24–30 pieces)
For the Finish
- Cocoa Powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Mixture: Beat the egg yolks with caster sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture turns pale and thick, which takes about 10 minutes.
- Add Flavor and Mascarpone: Gently stir in the vanilla extract and mascarpone cheese into the egg yolk mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites with the electric mixer until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes, to create a light and airy texture.
- Fold Mixtures Together: Carefully fold half of the mascarpone mixture into the whipped egg whites to lighten it, then fold in the remaining mixture gently to maintain airiness.
- Prepare Coffee Mixture: Combine freshly brewed hot black coffee with your choice of Frangelico, Kahlua, or almond essence in a shallow dish to soak the ladyfingers.
- Soak Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for about 2 seconds, ensuring they absorb the coffee without becoming soggy, then arrange them evenly in an 8-inch square dish.
- Layer the Dessert: Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the soaked ladyfingers, then add a second layer of soaked ladyfingers, finishing with the remaining cream mixture on top.
- Chill: Cover the dish with cling film and refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4-5 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Finish with Cocoa: Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder to add a rich chocolate aroma and an elegant finish.
Notes
- Ensure the egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks for a light and fluffy cream texture.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly in coffee to avoid sogginess which can affect texture.
- If you prefer a non-alcoholic tiramisu, substitute the Frangelico or Kahlua with almond essence.
- Refrigerating overnight enhances the flavors and allows the dessert to firm up well.
- Use fresh coffee and good-quality mascarpone for the best taste.
Keywords: tiramisu, classic Italian dessert, mascarpone, coffee dessert, no-bake dessert, ladyfingers, cocoa powder
