Description
A rich, coffee-soaked, creamy no-bake dessert that is easier than you think and better than takeout. This classic Italian tiramisu features espresso-soaked ladyfingers and a light mascarpone cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (450g) Mascarpone Cheese, cold
- 1 cup (240ml) Heavy Cream, full-fat, cold
- 4 large Egg Yolks
- ½ cup (100g) Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) Espresso Coffee, cooled completely
- 24–30 pieces Italian-style Ladyfingers (Savoiardi)
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, for dusting
- 2–3 tablespoons Marsala Wine (optional)
Instructions
- Brew 1 cup of strong espresso and let it cool completely. If using, stir in Marsala wine.
- In a large, cold bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand or stand mixer. Set aside in the fridge.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar together on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until pale, thick, and fluffy.
- Add the cold mascarpone to the egg yolk mixture and beat on low speed just until combined. Gently fold in the whipped cream until no white streaks remain.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso (about 1 second per side) and lay them in a single layer in the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish.
- Spread half of the cream mixture over the first layer of ladyfingers.
- Add a second layer of dipped ladyfingers, then spread the remaining cream on top, smoothing it evenly.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
- Before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder and slice with a sharp knife.
Notes
Keep all ingredients cold to ensure the cream whips properly and the mascarpone doesn’t seize. Do not over-dip the ladyfingers or they will turn to mush. The dessert improves with age; let it chill overnight for the best texture and flavor. Do not freeze, as the cream will separate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 80
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
Keywords: tiramisu, italian dessert, no-bake, mascarpone, espresso, ladyfingers, homemade dessert, make-ahead dessert