Classic Italian Tiramisu Dessert (Printable Version)
Luscious Italian tiramisu with espresso, mascarpone, and cocoa—perfect for special occasions or elegant endings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Espresso Mixture
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1/4 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder, plus extra for dusting
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1 cup brewed espresso
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons dark rum (optional)
→ Mascarpone Cream Filling
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5 large egg yolks, cold and preferably pasteurized
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1/2 cup white sugar
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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16 ounces mascarpone cheese, chilled
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1 3/4 cups heavy cream, chilled
→ Assembly
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28 hard ladyfinger cookies
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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In a mixing bowl, blend cocoa powder with brewed espresso and vanilla extract. Optionally, incorporate dark rum. Stir until smooth and set aside for soaking the cookies.
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Using a stand or hand mixer, whip the cold egg yolks with sugar on medium-high speed until the mixture is pale and thick, about 5 minutes. Add kosher salt.
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Fold in chilled mascarpone cheese and whip until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, being careful not to overmix.
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Pour cold heavy cream into the mascarpone mixture and continue whipping until soft peaks form and the filling becomes light and airy.
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Quickly dunk each ladyfinger cookie into the espresso-cocoa mixture for 1–2 seconds, ensuring they are lightly soaked but not soggy.
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Arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers in a 7 x 11-inch oval baking dish. Evenly spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the cookies using a metal spoon and dust lightly with additional cocoa powder.
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Add a second layer of soaked ladyfingers over the cream, then evenly spread the remaining mascarpone mixture. Finish by dusting the surface generously with more cocoa powder.
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Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the flavors to marry and the cream to firm slightly before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For best results, use freshly brewed espresso and high-quality mascarpone cheese to achieve a classic, authentic flavor profile.