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Italian Tiramisu
Layers of coffee-soaked sponge with whipped mascarpone, cocoa and a hint of marsala — Italy's most loved dessert.
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8Serves📊
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Ingredients
- 4 eggs, separated
- 100g caster sugar
- 500g mascarpone
- 3 tbsp marsala (or coffee liqueur)
- 400ml strong espresso, cooled
- 200g savoiardi (ladyfingers)
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Whisk the egg yolks with sugar until pale and thick.
- Beat in the mascarpone and marsala until smooth.
- Whip the egg whites with salt to stiff peaks.
- Fold the whites gently into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger in espresso (don't soak) and arrange in a single layer.
- Top with half the cream.
- Repeat the layers.
- Cover and chill at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
- Dust generously with cocoa just before serving.
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Tara’s tips
- Dip ladyfingers quickly — over-soaked and they fall apart.
- Make a day ahead for the best flavour.
Serving suggestions
- Best chilled, with extra cocoa on top.
Storage & reheating
Keeps 3 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.
Frequently asked questions
Alcohol-free version?
Skip the marsala and use a tablespoon of vanilla extract instead.
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