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Easy No-Bake Classic Tiramisu Recipe: Authentic Italian Style

A perfect slice of layered tiramisu recipe featuring ladyfingers, creamy filling, and a heavy dusting of cocoa powder.
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Welcome! Let’s Master Your Kitchen, Together. You can make this impressive, creamy mascarpone dessert without turning on your oven. This easy tiramisu recipe uses simple steps to create the authentic Italian favorite, perfect for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
  • ¼ cup coffee liqueur or dark rum (optional)
  • 2 large egg yolks (pasteurized for safety)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 package (7 ounces) ladyfingers (Savoiardi biscuits)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the coffee soak: In a shallow dish, combine the cooled espresso and coffee liqueur or rum, if using. Set aside.
  2. Make the cream base: In a medium bowl, whisk the pasteurized egg yolks and granulated sugar together until the mixture is pale yellow and thick. This step helps ensure safety.
  3. Beat in the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  4. In a separate, clean bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture in two additions until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Assemble the tiramisu: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring it is coated but not soggy.
  7. Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking dish or similar serving dish.
  8. Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the layer of ladyfingers.
  9. Create a second layer by dipping and arranging the remaining ladyfingers over the cream.
  10. Top with the remaining mascarpone cream mixture, spreading it smoothly across the top.
  11. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
  12. Before serving this decadent coffee dessert, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder. Slice and serve your party perfect dessert.

Notes

  • For a truly authentic Italian dessert experience, use high-quality espresso.
  • If you skip the optional liqueur, add 1 teaspoon of almond extract to the coffee soak for depth of flavor.
  • Chilling overnight results in the best texture for this make ahead dessert.

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