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Classic Creamy Tiramisu with Espresso

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A quick and easy homemade tiramisu recipe featuring layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone, perfect for coffee lovers and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) freshly brewed espresso, cooled (or strong coffee)
  • 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional, like Kahlúa)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 8 ounces (225 g) mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
  • Optional: shaved dark chocolate for garnish

Instructions

  1. Brew 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) of strong espresso and let it cool to room temperature. Stir in 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur (if using) and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar until dissolved. Set aside.
  2. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together 3 large egg yolks and 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar. Place the bowl over a saucepan with simmering water (double boiler method). Whisk constantly for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes pale. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer, whip 1 cup (240 ml) cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold 8 ounces (225 g) softened mascarpone cheese and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the cooled egg yolk mixture until smooth and creamy.
  5. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, preserving the airy texture.
  6. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso soak for about 1-2 seconds per side. Arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers in your baking dish.
  7. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining cream. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  9. Just before serving, sift a generous layer of unsweetened cocoa powder over the top. Add shaved dark chocolate if desired.

Notes

Use pasteurized eggs or cook egg yolks gently to reduce risk from raw eggs. Keep mascarpone at room temperature before folding to avoid lumps. Dip ladyfingers quickly to prevent sogginess. Chill tiramisu for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. For dairy-free, substitute mascarpone with vegan cream cheese and heavy cream with coconut cream. For alcohol-free, omit coffee liqueur and add extra espresso or vanilla extract.

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Keywords: tiramisu, espresso, mascarpone, coffee dessert, easy tiramisu, classic tiramisu, homemade dessert, creamy tiramisu

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