Original Tiramisu Recipe

Tiramisu, a classic Italian dessert, is a true celebration of flavors and textures, combining sweetness with the bitterness of coffee and the creaminess of mascarpone. This original tiramisu recipe is simple but requires a little attention to detail to achieve a perfect result. Start your culinary adventure and treat your friends and family to this refined dessert. Preparation time: 30 minutes Chilling time: 4 hours (or overnight) Total time: 4 hours 30 minutes Servings: 8 ### Ingredients: - 4 fresh egg yolks - 100 g granulated sugar - 500 g mascarpone - 200 ml strong coffee, cooled (can be espresso) - 3 tablespoons amaretto liqueur (or rum, optional) - 200 g ladyfingers - Cocoa powder for decoration - A pinch of salt ### Instructions: 1. Preparing the mascarpone cream: In a heatproof bowl, add the egg yolks and granulated sugar. Use a whisk to mix well until the mixture becomes light in color and creamy. Place the bowl over a double boiler (a pot of gently boiling water) and continue to stir for 8-10 minutes, until the mixture thickens slightly. This step is essential for pasteurizing the eggs and preventing food safety risks. 2. Incorporating the mascarpone: Once the egg yolk mixture has cooled, add the mascarpone and a pinch of salt. Gently mix with a spatula or whisk, being careful not to deflate the mixture. It is important that the mascarpone is at room temperature for easy incorporation. 3. Preparing the coffee: In a cup, prepare the strong coffee, then let it cool. Add the amaretto liqueur if using, to enhance the dessert's flavors. 4. Assembling the tiramisu: Start by quickly dipping the ladyfingers in the coffee, being careful not to leave them too long to avoid them becoming too soft. Place a layer of ladyfingers at the bottom of a dish or serving tray. 5. Adding the cream: Over the first layer of ladyfingers, spread a generous layer of mascarpone cream. Continue alternating layers of ladyfingers and cream until you finish the ingredients, making sure to end with a layer of cream. 6. Chilling: Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight. This chilling time is essential for the flavors to meld and for achieving the perfect texture. 7. Serving: Before serving, sprinkle cocoa powder on top of the tiramisu for an elegant appearance and flavor contrast. You can use a sieve to achieve an even layer. ### Useful tips: - Make sure to use quality ingredients, especially mascarpone, to achieve an authentic taste. - If you want an alcohol-free version, you can skip the liqueur or use vanilla extract in the coffee. - You can add grated chocolate to the cream for a chocolate tiramisu or experiment with various flavors like oranges or cinnamon. ### Personal note: A wonderful serving idea is to portion the tiramisu into individual cups, which not only looks splendid but also allows for easy serving. This quick and simple dessert will surely become a favorite among your guests! Enjoy every spoonful and cherish each moment in the kitchen!

Preparation

Whisk the egg yolks with sugar in a heat-resistant bowl. Only after mixing the yolks with sugar can you place the bowl over a double boiler, adding the milk and mixing well. After thoroughly mixing the milk, and finally cooking it over the double boiler, you will achieve that thick cream. Let it cool, and when it is cool, add the mascarpone directly from its container. Fold in the whipped egg whites, mixing everything from the pot. Take a loaf pan (mine is from Jena), line the bottom with parchment paper (don't forget), then add a few tablespoons of the cream obtained, spreading it on the bottom of the loaf pan, followed by a layer of ladyfingers soaked in cold coffee. Do not soak the ladyfingers too much, as they will become soggy. Then, add another layer of cream, followed by ladyfingers, with the last layer being cream. Cover the pan with aluminum foil, refrigerate for at least 6 hours, then invert the contents onto a platter, remembering to remove the parchment paper and dust with cocoa. Before removing, use a wide knife to go around the inside of the pan to loosen the sides. The Tiramisu recipe was proposed by Pocahontas. Discuss more about this recipe on the recipe forum.

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