Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Tiramisu Cake, a classic Italian dessert that harmoniously blends coffee-soaked ladyfingers with creamy mascarpone cheese. Perfect for any occasion, this showstopper promises to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With its rich flavors and velvety texture, every bite will transport you to dessert heaven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup espresso (cooled)
- 24 ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (separated)
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Brew and cool the espresso.
- In a bowl, mix mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Beat egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form; gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso and layer half in a dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers; repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Dust cocoa powder on top, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For an adult twist, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur. Use high-quality ingredients for optimal flavor. Refrigerating overnight enhances flavor melding.