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Easy Tiramisu

A simple and creamy dessert that combines coffee and chocolate flavors, perfect for any occasion and can be made ahead to chill overnight.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Mascarpone Cream
  • 6 large large egg yolks, room temperature Yolks should be gently cooked over steam.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 16 ounce mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • 3 cups heavy whipping cream, cold (divided) 2 cups for the mixture, 1 cup for topping.
  • 6 tablespoons Meyers dark rum Can be substituted or omitted.
Coffee Dip and Layers
  • 1 1/2 cups espresso, cooled Can substitute with strong brewed coffee.
  • 7 ounce ladyfinger cookies Dip quickly to avoid sogginess.
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • semi-sweet chocolate bar for curls, optional Use for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium glass mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth.
  2. Add granulated sugar and continue whisking until combined.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a simmer and place the bowl with egg yolks and sugar over the steam.
  4. Whisk constantly while heating until the mixture is warm, thick, and light yellow.
  5. Allow the egg mixture to cool for a few moments.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of rum and mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture. Beat until smooth.
  7. In a cold bowl, add 2 cups of heavy whipping cream and beat until stiff peaks form.
  8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the egg and mascarpone mixture.
Assembling Tiramisu
  1. Add 1/4 cup of rum to the espresso and stir to combine.
  2. Dip ladyfingers into the espresso quickly, then place them in a 9x13 baking dish.
  3. Spread half of the cream mixture over the first layer of ladyfingers.
  4. Top with a second layer of dipped ladyfingers and cover with the remaining cream mixture.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator overnight.
Finishing
  1. Whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form and pipe onto the tiramisu.
  2. Dust with cocoa powder and add chocolate curls if desired.

Notes

Serve chilled and cut into squares with a sharp knife. Pair with coffee or dessert wine for a delightful finish. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.