Tiramisu : Step-By-Step Recipe

This iconic Italian dessert layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a rich mascarpone cream and is dusted with cocoa powder.

Ingredients

• 6 egg yolks
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 1/4 cups mascarpone cheese
• 1 cup strong coffee, cooled
• 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
• 24 ladyfingers
• Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the custard: In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar over medium heat until pale. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened. Allow to cool.
2. Mix with mascarpone: Once the custard is cooled, gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
3. Combine coffee and liqueur: In a shallow dish, combine the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if using).
4. Layer the dessert: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, being careful not to soak them. Arrange half of the soaked ladyfingers in a rectangular dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
5. Repeat layers: Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers, followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture.
6. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder.