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Classic Tiramisu
DessertItalian

Classic Tiramisu

Espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream.

Time30 min
Servings8
DifficultyMedium

Ingredients

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 500g mascarpone
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups strong espresso, cooled
  • 200g ladyfingers
  • Cocoa powder

Method

  1. 1

    Whisk yolks and sugar over a double boiler until thick.

  2. 2

    Fold in mascarpone, then softly whipped cream.

  3. 3

    Dip ladyfingers briefly in espresso and layer in a dish.

  4. 4

    Top with cream; repeat layers.

  5. 5

    Chill 6 hours. Dust with cocoa before serving.