Karen's Tiramisu
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of *Karen’s Tiramisu*, a no-bake Italian classic transformed into a luscious homemade dessert. Featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers elegantly blanketed in a velvety mascarpone cream, this recipe is elevated with a hint of vanilla and optional dark rum or coffee liqueur for added complexity. The delicate cocoa-dusted topping creates a sophisticated finish that melts in your mouth with every bite. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner party, this tiramisu comes together in just 30 minutes of prep. Allow it to rest in the fridge for a few hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld beautifully. With simple ingredients like mascarpone, freshly brewed espresso, and fluffy whipped cream, this timeless treat is guaranteed to impress. Serve it chilled for a flawless dessert your guests will rave about!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Mascarpone cheese
- 250 milliliters Heavy cream
- 4 Egg yolks
- 120 grams Granulated sugar
- 300 milliliters Espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 200 grams Ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Dark rum or coffee liqueur (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method) and whisk constantly for about 5–7 minutes until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the mascarpone cheese until smooth. Gently fold the cooled egg mixture into the mascarpone until fully incorporated.
Step 3
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, a third at a time, to maintain the light texture. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4
Mix the cooled espresso with the dark rum or coffee liqueur (if using) in a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for 1–2 seconds, ensuring they are moist but not soggy.
Step 5
Arrange a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a rectangular serving dish or baking pan (approx. 9 x 13 inches). Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
Step 6
Add a second layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers on top of the mascarpone layer. Spread the remaining mascarpone mixture evenly over the top.
Step 7
Dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, or overnight for best results.
Step 8
Serve chilled. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1487.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4535.9 |
| Total Fat 324.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 202.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1903mg | 0% |
| Sodium 591.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 316.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 214.3g | |
| Protein 50.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 73.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 865.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 949.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories