Authentic Tiramisu

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11

Indulgent Tiramisu recipe that is sure to impress

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hours 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

449

Sugar

27g

Fat

29g

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This authentic recipe features layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and fluffy mascarpone cheese, topped with a dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder. It's rich, decadent, and perfect for a special occasion or dinner party dessert. Despite its elegant appearance, tiramisu is surprisingly easy to make, and requires only a handful of simple ingredients. Serve it chilled for a refreshing and indulgent dessert that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and creamy.
2.	Add the brandy and one cup of cooled espresso to the bowl, and mix until well combined.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, whisk the mascarpone until smooth.
4.	Gently fold the mascarpone into the egg yolk mixture, and then fold in the egg whites.
5.	In a shallow dish, mix the remaining one cup of cooled espresso and a pinch of sugar.
6.	Dip the ladyfingers into the espresso mixture, and then arrange them in a single layer in a large serving dish.
7.	Spread half of the mascarpone mixture on top of the ladyfingers, and then repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and mascarpone.
8.	Dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder.
9.	Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours, but preferably overnight, to set.

PROS

With its velvety texture and rich, indulgent flavor, this classic Italian dessert is sure to impress your dinner guests.

It’s also surprisingly easy to make, with simple ingredients that are readily available at most grocery stores.

CONS

Tiramisu is a high-calorie dessert and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It’s also not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant, as mascarpone cheese contains lactose.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While it’s not the healthiest dessert, tiramisu does contain some beneficial ingredients.
The eggs in the recipe are a good source of protein, and the cocoa powder used to dust the top of the tiramisu is high in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

	1/2 cup white sugar
	3 eggs , separated
	2 tablespoons brandy
	2 cups brewed espresso , cooled , divided
	2 packages mascarpone cheese
	1 pinch white sugar
	3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder