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Recipe by:

Elena SMITH

Easy Tiramisu Recipe for Holiday Gatherings

This Easy Tiramisu recipe features layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone, perfect for holiday gatherings!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Coffee Mixture
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 2 Tbsp. coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
Group: Mascarpone Mixture
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Group: For Assembly
  • 24 pieces ladyfingers (Italian savoiardi)
  • unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
  • dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs (optional, for garnish)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Shallow bowl
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch dish

Method
 

  1. In a shallow bowl, combine the cooled strong brewed coffee with the coffee liqueur, stirring gently to blend.
  2. In a mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream and beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer until soft peaks form.
  3. In another bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
  5. Quickly dip each ladyfinger one at a time into the coffee mixture.
  6. In an 8x8-inch dish, arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom. Spoon half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
  7. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture.
  8. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  9. Just before serving, dust the top liberally with unsweetened cocoa powder and sprinkle dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs for garnish.

Notes

Allow the tiramisu to rest in the refrigerator for optimal flavor and texture.