Italian · Dessert

Classic Italian Tiramisu

Coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream and a fine cocoa finish.

Total Time8 hr 30 min
Servings10
Cooking MethodNo-Cook
Cooking difficulty
Classic Italian tiramisu with visible coffee-soaked ladyfinger and mascarpone layers
Serving photo is illustrative. This ingredient list makes 10 servings, about 135 g each.
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About This Dish

Brief dipping keeps the ladyfingers structured, while a long chill gives the mascarpone layers a clean, luxurious slice.

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Stages

  1. Mascarpone Cream20 min
  2. Assembly10 min
  3. Chilling8 hr

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Separate the pasteurized eggs. Whisk the yolks with the sugar until pale, then fold in the mascarpone.

  2. 2

    Whip the whites to medium peaks and fold them gently into the mascarpone mixture.

  3. 3

    Dip each ladyfinger in the cold espresso for one second per side and arrange a tight first layer.

  4. 4

    Spread with half the cream, repeat the biscuit and cream layers, then cover.

  5. 5

    Chill for at least 8 hours and dust with cocoa immediately before slicing.

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