Ingredients for Traditional Italian Tiramisu
- 16 ounces mascarpone cheese
- Frangelico
- Granulated Sugar
- Heavy Whipping Cream
- 40 ladyfingers
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso
- Bittersweet Chocolate
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How to Make Traditional Italian Tiramisu
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 16 ounces of mascarpone cheese, 1/4 cup of Frangelico liqueur, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip 2 cups of heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the mascarpone mixture into the whipped cream until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- In an 8x8-inch glass serving dish, arrange approximately 20 ladyfingers tightly on the bottom, ensuring they fit snugly.
- Drizzle 1/2 cup of strong brewed espresso evenly over the ladyfingers, saturating them gently without making them soggy.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the espresso-soaked ladyfingers.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shaved semi-sweet chocolate over the mascarpone layer.
- Layer the remaining 20 ladyfingers on top of the chocolate.
- Arrange them tightly for even coverage.
- Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of espresso evenly over the second layer of ladyfingers.
- Spread the remaining mascarpone mixture evenly over the second layer of ladyfingers.
- For a smooth finish, spread the mixture with a spatula. For added texture, create soft peaks with the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shaved semi-sweet chocolate over the top.
- Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours) to allow the flavors to blend and the dessert to set.
- Enjoy your exquisite homemade Tiramisu!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
78g
Fat
52g
Carbs
11g
