
Classic Tiramisu Layers
Classic Tiramisu Layers
Classic DishTiramisu
Prep: 30 min • Cook: 0 min. The quintessential Tiramisu experience featuring coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a rich, velvety mascarpone cream, dusted generously with cocoa powder for authentic Italian indulgence.
- Preparation time
- 30 min
- Cooking time
- Under a minute
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Prepare the Mascarpone Cream
- 1In a clean bowl, whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- 2In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with half of the sugar until pale and creamy.
- 3Gently fold the mascarpone cheese into the egg yolk mixture until smooth.
- 4Carefully fold the whisked egg whites into the mascarpone mixture until just combined, being careful not to deflate the cream.
Assemble the Tiramisu
- 1Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso, ensuring they absorb the liquid but do not become soggy.
- 2Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of a serving dish.
- 3Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfinger layer.
- 4Create a second layer of dipped ladyfingers.
- 5Spread the remaining mascarpone cream over the second ladyfinger layer.
- 6Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve
- 1Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 416 kcal
- Protein
- 7 g
- Fat
- 23 g
- Carbs
- 45 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 416 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 23 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
Tips
- Ensure all dairy and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest mascarpone cream consistency.
- Chill the tiramisu thoroughly for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Brew strong espresso and allow it to cool completely before dipping the ladyfingers to avoid a bitter taste.

