Best Classic Italian Tiramisu: Indulge in Homemade Delight
Indulge in the rich and creamy layers of this classic Italian tiramisu that brings a taste of Italy to your home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
- 24 ladyfingers
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until creamy.
- Heat milk in a saucepan and gradually whisk it into the egg mixture.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let it cool before folding in mascarpone cheese.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Combine coffee and liqueur in a shallow dish.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly in the coffee mixture, then layer them in a dish.
- Spread half the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, repeat layers.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, let the coffee cool completely before dipping the ladyfingers.
- Feel free to sprinkle chocolate shavings on top for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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