Description
This classic Tiramisu recipe creates a luscious and creamy Italian dessert featuring layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa powder. It’s an elegant no-bake dessert that’s perfect for celebrations or whenever you crave a rich coffee-flavored treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Mascarpone Cream
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (360 ml)
- 8 ounce container mascarpone cheese, room temperature (225 g)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (67 g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
Coffee Soak
- 1 1/2 cups cold espresso, prepared (360 ml)
- 3 Tablespoons coffee flavored liqueur, optional (Kahlua or DaVinci brands) (45 ml)
Assembly
- 1 package Lady Fingers (Savoiardi brand; can be found in the cookie aisle or online)
- Cocoa powder for dusting the top
Instructions
- Prepare the mascarpone cream: Add heavy whipping cream to a mixing bowl and beat on medium speed with an electric mixer or stand mixer. Slowly add sugar and vanilla extract while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in mascarpone cheese until fully combined and smooth. Set aside.
- Dip the ladyfingers: Combine cold espresso and coffee liqueur (if using) in a shallow bowl. Quickly dip each ladyfinger on both sides in the coffee mixture—do not soak; just wet them lightly. Lay the dipped ladyfingers in a single layer at the bottom of an 8×8 inch or similar-sized pan.
- Layer the mascarpone cream: Smooth half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the layer of soaked ladyfingers.
- Add second ladyfinger layer: Dip another layer of ladyfingers quickly in the coffee mixture and place them over the mascarpone cream.
- Top with remaining cream: Spread the remaining mascarpone cream over the second layer of ladyfingers evenly.
- Dust with cocoa powder and chill: Using a fine mesh strainer, dust the top generously with cocoa powder. Refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 3-4 hours or ideally overnight to set and develop flavor before serving.
Notes
- Do not soak the ladyfingers too long in the coffee mixture, as they can become soggy and compromise the texture.
- For best results, use freshly brewed espresso and a good quality mascarpone cheese at room temperature.
- You can omit the coffee liqueur if you prefer a non-alcoholic version.
- This dessert is best served chilled and can be prepared a day ahead to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Tiramisu, Italian dessert, mascarpone, coffee dessert, no bake dessert, classic tiramisu, espresso dessert
