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Traditional Italian Tiramisu

Indulge in the classic Italian dessert, Tiramisu! Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone filling, dusted with cocoa powder, create a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar or 150-200g depending on your preference
  • 500 g mascarpone cheese
  • 350 g ladyfingers depending on the size of the dish
  • 1.5 cups brewed espresso or instant coffee
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

  1. Separate egg whites and yolks.
  2. Whisk yolks and sugar until light and frothy.
  3. Add mascarpone to yolk mixture and whisk until combined.
  4. Whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold egg whites into yolk mixture.
  6. Dip ladyfingers in coffee.
  7. Layer ladyfingers and filling in a dish.
  8. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
  9. Dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

For a stronger coffee flavor, add a splash of coffee liqueur to the coffee before dipping the ladyfingers.