This classic Italian dessert is light, creamy and full of flavor. Plus, it’s incredibly simple to make and doesn’t require any baking.
All you need is some espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese and whipped cream. Layer those together and top with some cocoa powder for the perfect finish.
Today I’m going to show you how to make the perfect tiramisu from start to finish. All you need are a few simple ingredients and some time to assemble the layers. Enjoy the sweet taste of Italy in your own home when you make this traditional dessert.
Let’s get started on making this delicious tiramisu recipe!
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/3 cup Marsala wine
- 1/2 pound mascarpone cheese
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 24 ladyfingers
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit
Method
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture becomes pale yellow. Add the Marsala wine and stir gently to combine. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, beat together the mascarpone cheese and heavy cream until thick and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Fold the egg yolk mixture into the mascarpone mixture until well combined. Set aside.
5. Place the ladyfingers on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Allow to cool completely.
6. Place half of the ladyfingers in a 9-inch square baking dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, then top with remaining ladyfingers. Spread remaining mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
7. Dust cocoa powder over the top of the tiramisu. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
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The history of tiramisu
Tiramisu is an Italian dessert that first appeared in the 1960s. It is believed to have been created by a pastry chef in the city of Treviso.
The name of the dessert means “pick me up” in Italian, and it is believed to have been created to give a boost of energy to people after a long day of work.
The original recipe consisted of alternating layers of ladyfinger biscuits and a mixture of eggs, sugar, and mascarpone cheese. The mixture was then flavored with coffee and cocoa powder, and topped with more mascarpone cheese and cocoa powder.
