How to Make Authentic Tiramisu

Ingredients

• 4 large Eggs (room temperature, separated (2 yolks, 2 whites))
• 100 g Granulated Sugar (fine granulated sugar)
• 500 g Mascarpone Cheese (chilled, full‑fat)
• 200 ml Heavy Cream (cold, for whipping to soft peaks)
• 200 g Ladyfingers (Savoiardi) (store‑bought, about 24 pieces)
• 300 ml Strong Espresso (cooled to room temperature)
• 2 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (for dusting the top)
• 2 tbsp Dark Chocolate Shavings (optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Separate Eggs

   Separate the eggs, placing yolks in one bowl and whites in another. Keep both bowls at room temperature.

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2. Whisk Yolks and Sugar

   Add the granulated sugar to the yolks and whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes pale, thick, and ribbons form when the whisk is lifted.

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3. Incorporate Mascarpone

   Add the chilled mascarpone cheese to the yolk‑sugar mixture and fold gently until just combined; do not over‑mix.

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4. Whip Heavy Cream

   In a clean bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to soft peaks.

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5. Fold Cream into Mascarpone

   Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.

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6. Prepare Espresso

   Brew a strong espresso (or very strong coffee) and let it cool to room temperature.

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7. Dip Ladyfingers

   Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso—about 1–2 seconds—just enough to soak but not become soggy.

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8. First Layer of Ladyfingers

   Arrange a single layer of espresso‑dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of the serving dish, trimming any that overhang.

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9. First Cream Layer

   Spread half of the mascarpone‑cream mixture over the first ladyfinger layer, smoothing with the spatula.

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10. Second Layer of Ladyfingers

    Repeat the quick‑dip process with the remaining ladyfingers and arrange them over the cream.

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11. Final Cream Layer

    Spread the remaining mascarpone‑cream over the top, smoothing the surface.

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12. Chill

    Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.

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13. Dust with Cocoa

    Just before serving, sift unsweetened cocoa powder over the surface and optionally garnish with dark chocolate shavings.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

1 g