Italian Tiramisu: Irresistible Coffee Dessert

 

Italian Tiramisu: Irresistible Coffee Dessert

Ingredients:

• 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
• 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese
• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 24-30 ladyfinger cookies
• Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
• Dark chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a shallow dish, combine the brewed espresso or strong coffee with the coffee liqueur if using. Set aside.
2. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler) and whisk continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes pale yellow. Remove from heat and let it cool.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
4. In another bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the mascarpone cheese into the egg yolk mixture until well combined.
6. Then, fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until you have a smooth and creamy filling.
7. Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for a few seconds, making sure not to soak them completely.
8. Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of a serving dish.
9. Spread half of the mascarpone filling over the ladyfingers.
10. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone filling.
11. Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
12. Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder and garnish with dark chocolate shavings if desired.

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that's rich, creamy, and loaded with coffee flavor. Enjoy this indulgent treat! If you have more requests or questions, feel free to ask.