Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a rich mascarpone custard and fluffy whipped cream. This no-bake treat is perfect for gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. It's best when prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together for an enhanced taste experience.

Ingredients

• 6 large egg yolks

• ¾ cup white sugar

• ⅔ cup milk

• 1¼ cups heavy cream

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 pound mascarpone cheese, at room temperature

• ¼ cup strong brewed coffee, at room temperature

• 2 tablespoons rum

• 2 (3 ounce) packages ladyfinger cookies

• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

1. Prepare the custard: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and white sugar until well blended. Add the milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil gently for 1 minute, then remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2. Whip the cream: In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.

3. Combine mascarpone and custard: Remove the egg yolk mixture from the refrigerator. Add the mascarpone cheese and whisk until smooth.

4. Assemble the tiramisu: In a small bowl, combine the brewed coffee and rum. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are moistened but not soggy. Arrange half of the soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a 7x11-inch dish.

5. Layer the dessert: Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, then spread half of the whipped cream over that. Repeat the layers with the remaining ladyfingers, mascarpone mixture, and whipped cream.

6. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu until set, 4 to 6 hours. Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 388.8 kcal

• Total Fat: 29.2 g

• Saturated Fat: 18.3 g

• Cholesterol: 155 mg

• Sodium: 57.5 mg

• Total Carbohydrates: 24.2 g

• Dietary Fiber: 0.3 g

• Sugars: 15.3 g

• Protein: 5.5 g