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Italian Tiramisu

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups strong brewed espresso or coffee cooled
  • 3 tablespoons sugar for the coffee
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 package ladyfingers
  • Optional: a light splash of coffee liqueur

Instructions

  1. Whip the cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
  2. Make the mascarpone mixture: In another bowl, mix the mascarpone, vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Prepare the coffee soak: Stir the cooled espresso with the sugar. Add a small splash of liqueur if you want a deeper flavor.
  4. Dip the ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee. Do not soak them too long or they will fall apart.
  5. Layer the dessert: In a dish or small cups, place a layer of dipped ladyfingers. Spread a layer of the mascarpone mixture on top. Repeat the layers until you reach the top.
  6. Chill and finish: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best texture. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder.