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Glass of wine paired with a slice of tiramisu on a plate in a cozy kitchen setting.

Tiramisu: Everything You Need to Know About the Classic Italian Dessert

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that combines layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers with rich mascarpone cheese, a delicate blend of sweetness and coffee bitterness. This no-bake dessert is indulgent and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a dinner party or a simple treat for yourself.

  • Total Time: 4 hours (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 3 large eggs, separated

  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 cup brewed espresso (cooled)

  • 1 package ladyfingers (about 24)

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Brew the espresso and let it cool to room temperature.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture becomes thick and pale.

  3. Add mascarpone cheese to the egg yolk mixture, and mix until smooth and well combined.

  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold it into the mascarpone mixture.

  5. Quickly dip ladyfingers into the cooled espresso, making sure not to soak them too long. Layer the soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish.

  6. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of mascarpone cream.

  7. Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).

  8. Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.

Notes

  • You can make this dessert ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator overnight for the best flavor.

  • For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with whipped coconut cream.

  • If you prefer an alcohol-free version, skip the optional rum or Marsala wine in some variations of the recipe.

  • Author: Alexander Jai
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (this is a no-bake dessert)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake, Layered
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of the total recipe)
  • Calories: 450 kcal per serving (Approximate)
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: Tiramisu, Italian dessert, no-bake tiramisu, coffee dessert, mascarpone, dessert recipe