Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert

 Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert 

Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert made with layers of mascarpone cheese and ladyfingers1.How to prepare a meal 

Certainly! Tiramisu is a delightful Italian dessert that combines layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a rich, velvety mascarpone cream. Here’s how to prepare this classic treat:

Authentic Tiramisu Recipe

Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert 

Ingredients:

6 large egg yolks

¾ cup granulated sugar

⅔ cup milk

1 ¼ cups heavy cream

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pound mascarpone cheese (at room temperature)

¼ cup strong brewed coffee (at room temperature)

2 tablespoons rum (optional, to taste)

2 (3-ounce) packages ladyfinger cookies

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

              Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert 

Instructions:

Prepare the Custard:

In a medium or large mixing bowl, beat the raw egg whites until stiff peaks form.

In another large bowl, beat the raw egg yolks and sugar until creamy and light.

Add the mascarpone and beat to combine.

Whip the Cream:

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.

Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert 

Assemble the Layers:

Dip the ladyfingers in the coffee (and rum, if using) on both sides (quick dip, don’t soak).

Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers in a serving dish.

Spread a layer of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.

Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and mascarpone.

Chill and Dust:

Refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours (overnight is even better) to allow flavors to meld.

Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.

     

                 Tiramisu: A coffee-soaked dessert 

Tips:

Let the zabaglione (egg yolk mixture) cool to room temperature before folding in the whipped cream.

Whipping the cream after the zabaglione has cooled prevents separation.

Enjoy your authentic tiramisu! Buon appetito! 🇮🇹🍰