Description
Indulge in the rich layers of classic tiramisu—a delightful Italian dessert that combines smooth mascarpone, robust espresso, and delicate ladyfingers. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness with a dusting of cocoa on top. Impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth with this creamy masterpiece that promises to transport you to Italy with each heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso (cooled)
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Brew the espresso and allow it to cool.
- In a bowl, mix mascarpone cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream in another bowl until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso on both sides.
- In a serving dish, layer half of the dipped ladyfingers followed by half of the mascarpone mixture. Repeat the layering process.
- Dust the top with cocoa powder and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg