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The Only Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe You Will Ever Need
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The Only Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe You Will Ever Need

This homemade tiramisu is rich, elegant, and perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or special occasions. 🍰☕
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Tiramisu
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill 4 hours
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 9

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 8- ounce container mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups cold espresso
  • 3 Tablespoons coffee flavored
  • 1 package Lady Fingers Savoiardi brand
  • Cocoa powder for dusting the top

Instructions

  • Pour the whipping cream into a mixing bowl and beat it on medium speed using an electric mixer or a stand mixer if you have one.
  • Once it starts to thicken, slowly add the sugar and vanilla. Keep beating until stiff peaks form and the cream holds its shape.
  • Add the mascarpone cheese and mix just until everything is blended together. Set the mixture aside.
  • Pour the coffee into a shallow bowl.
  • Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee, one at a time. Just a quick dip on both sides is enough to moisten them without soaking. Arrange them in a single layer across the bottom of an 8x8 inch pan or something close in size.
  • Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers and smooth it out gently.
  • Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers on top, then spread the rest of the mascarpone cream over them.
  • Generously dust the top with cocoa powder.
  • Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours or leave it overnight before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Tiramisu actually tastes even better when it’s made ahead of time, because the flavors have time to blend together. You can keep it in the fridge for 2 to 3 days and it will still be delicious.
  • If you want to freeze it, go ahead and make the whole tiramisu, but hold off on adding the cocoa powder on top.
  • Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, then add a layer of tinfoil to keep it fresh. You can freeze it this way for up to 3 months.
  • When you’re ready to serve it, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight. A few hours before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder to finish it off.