Nonna’s Tiramisu

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Nonna's Classic Tiramisu recipe for a decadent dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 eggs , separated
	1 lb mascarpone ( mascarpone is preferable ) or 1 lb ricotta cheese ( mascarpone is preferable )
	1 lb ladyfinger
	2 -3 cups espresso
	6 tablespoons Kahlua ( optional )
	3/4 cup sugar
	1 ounce dark chocolate ( to garnish ) or 1 ounce some cocoa powder ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

449

Sugar

38g

Fat

28g

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that translates to 'pick me up' in English. The rich and creamy sponge cake-like dessert is made with ladyfingers soaked in espresso and layered with a delicious mascarpone cream. While the dessert is thought to have originated in the Veneto region of Italy, its exact origin story is still debated. Regardless of its origin, tiramisu has become a beloved dessert around the world and can often be found in Italian restaurants and bakeries. Nonna's Tiramisu is a classic take on the dessert and is a must-try for any tiramisu lover.

Instructions

1.	Whip the egg yolks and sugar together in a bowl until pale yellow.
2.	Add mascarpone to the egg yolks and beat until smooth.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4.	Gently fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
5.	Dip the ladyfingers into the espresso and Kahlua mixture and place in the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish.
6.	Pour half the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
7.	Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
8.	Grate the dark chocolate over the top or sprinkle with cocoa powder.
9.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

Nonna’s Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.

The creamy mascarpone and rich espresso flavors are perfectly balanced and the dessert is easily customizable with extra flavors like Kahlua or chocolate.

This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd and a great make-ahead dessert option.

CONS

Tiramisu is a calorie-dense dessert and is high in sugar and fat.

It is not recommended for those with lactose intolerance or those trying to watch their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, the mascarpone cheese in this recipe is a good source of calcium and protein.
The espresso used in this recipe also contains antioxidants, which have been linked to reducing inflammation in the body and improving heart health.