Tiramisu Recipe

 Tiramisu

Ingredients:

• 6 egg yolks
• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (225g) mascarpone cheese
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 24-30 ladyfingers (savoiardi biscuits)
• Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
• Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the egg yolk mixture:

   • In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until well combined.
   • Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and whisk constantly for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns pale yellow. Remove from heat and let it cool.

2. Make the mascarpone cream:

   • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
   • Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until smooth.

3. Combine the mixtures:

   • Once the egg yolk mixture is cooled, gently fold it into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.

4. Assemble the Tiramisu:

   • Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the coffee (do not soak too long or they’ll become too soggy).
   • Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a square or rectangular dish (8x8 inch or similar).

5. Add the cream layer:

   • Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the ladyfingers.
   • Repeat the process with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and the remaining cream.

6. Chill:

   • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

7. Finish and serve:

   • Just before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder and chocolate shavings (optional).

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of coffee liqueur or dark rum to the coffee mixture.
• Tiramisu is best enjoyed when chilled for at least 8 hours, as the flavors meld together beautifully.

Enjoy your delicious homemade tiramisu!