Easy Tiramisu Recipe

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Nothing beats the real thing – creamy, delicious and decadent super easy Tiramisu recipe is truly one-size-fits-all for special occasions. Now you can have your Tiramisu and drink it too!

Servings:

Prep Time 2 30

Cook Time 12

Total Time 14 30

Ingredients:

▢ 3 eggs (yolks and whites separated)
▢ ½ cup confectioner sugar
▢ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
▢ 8 oz mascarpone
▢ 1¼ cups strong espresso coffee
▢ 2 tablespoon of coffee liquor (I used Kahlua here)
▢ 24 - 30 pcs lady fingers (Savoiardi)

For Dusting:

▢ Dark Cocoa (shaved chocolate)

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Instructions:

Beat yolks and sugar in stand mixer on medium high for 12 minutes (until white and thick).
Add vanilla and mascarpone, beat until just combined. Transfer mixture to a bowl, set aside.
Beat egg whites until stiff peaks and gradually fold the mascarpone/egg yolk mixture into egg whites and set aside. Put in the fridge for approx. 2 hours (this is optional but this makes the cream's consistency a bit thicker).
Mix the espresso with the coffee liquor together and dip the lady fingers into the mixture just long enough to get them wet, do not soak them!
Arrange the lady fingers in the bottom of a square baking dish.
Spoon half the mascarpone cream filling over the lady fingers.
Repeat process with another layer of lady fingers and add another layer of tiramisu cream.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, the longer the better.
Dust with cocoa powder just before serving.

Notes:

Common Mistakes While Making Tiramisu

Even the best of us can slip up when creating this delightful dessert. Here are some of the most common pitfalls we've stumbled into:

1 Soggy Ladyfingers:

It's easy to leave them in the coffee a bit too long. You get a mushy mess instead of a layered delight when that happens.

Solution:

Dunk the ladyfingers quickly in the coffee. A quick dip, and out! That's all it takes to get them perfectly soaked but not soggy.

2 Runny Cream:

If your Tiramisu seems too loose, almost soupy, it might be because the mascarpone and egg mixture was over-mixed. You can read my comprehensive post here about how to fix runny Tiramisu cream.

Solution:

Mix your mascarpone and egg yolks just until they're combined. Overbeating can result in a looser texture. And always remember to fold - not mix - the beaten egg whites into the mixture for a light, airy finish.

3 Lacking Flavor:

Under-seasoned Tiramisu can taste flat. It's a fine line to walk between light and bland.

Solution:

Don't skimp on the vanilla, coffee, and cocoa. These are the heart of Tiramisu's flavor profile. Be generous!

4 Uneven Layers:

Tiramisu's beauty lies in its layers. If they're uneven or messy, it can affect both the presentation and the dessert's texture.

Solution:

Take your time while layering your Tiramisu. Neat, even layers make for the best texture (and the prettiest cross-sections!)

Mistakes happen, but they're just learning opportunities. And remember, even a less-than-perfect Tiramisu is still a pretty delicious treat!

Nutrition Information:

Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

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