🍽️ How to Make Tiramisu

🧆 Ingredients

• 200g ladyfingers
• 250g mascarpone cheese
• 2 eggs (separated)
• 80g sugar
• 200ml strong coffee (cooled)
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon rum or coffee liqueur (optional)

🍳 Steps

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Separate the eggs carefully, ensuring no yolk mixes with the whites for optimal whipping.
   • Use fresh, high-quality mascarpone cheese for the best flavor and texture.
   • Brew strong coffee in advance and let it cool completely. If using rum or coffee liqueur, mix it into the coffee.
   • Prepare a clean, dry mixing bowl for egg whites (any grease or water will prevent proper whipping).

2. Make the Mascarpone Cream:

   • In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with sugar using a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture becomes pale and thick (about 3–5 minutes).
   • Add the mascarpone cheese to the yolk mixture and blend until smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites to stiff peaks (the peaks should stand upright when the whisk is lifted).
   • Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the mascarpone mixture in batches, using a spatula and light motions to keep the mixture airy.

3. Prepare and Soak the Ladyfingers:

   • Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture for about 1–2 seconds per side. Do not soak too long, or they will become mushy.
   • Arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of your serving dish, trimming to fit if necessary.

4. Layer the Tiramisu:

   • Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the first layer of ladyfingers, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
   • Add a second layer of soaked ladyfingers on top of the cream, again dipping each briefly in coffee.
   • Top with the remaining mascarpone cream, spreading it evenly to the edges.

5. Chill and Set:

   • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. This allows the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up.

6. Finishing Touches and Serving:

   • Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder using a fine sieve.
   • For clean slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between cuts.
   • Tiramisu is best enjoyed chilled and within 2 days of preparation.

Key Points:

• Always use fresh eggs and keep the dessert refrigerated due to the raw eggs.
• Do not oversoak ladyfingers to maintain structure.
• Ensure mascarpone is at room temperature for easy blending.
• Optional: Add a layer of grated chocolate or chocolate shavings between layers for extra richness.

💡 Tips

• Use fresh eggs for safety and taste.
• Do not oversoak ladyfingers to avoid sogginess.
• Chill thoroughly for best texture.
• Add liqueur for extra flavor depth.