Tiramisu – Espresso Euphoria
Tiramisu, a luminous blend of espresso and mascarpone, is a testament to Italian culinary artistry. With its roots shrouded in mystery, this dessert offers a symphony of flavors, where the bitter richness of coffee meets the creamy sweetness of mascarpone, all beneath a dusting of cocoa. A journey from simple ingredients to a celebrated masterpiece, tiramisu invites you on a cultural voyage to the heart of Italy.
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cooking Time
4 hours to set in the refrigerator.
Servings
This recipe serves 8.
Ingredients
- Ladyfingers: 24 pieces
- Espresso: 1 cup (240 ml/8.45 fl oz)
- Mascarpone cheese: 2 cups (475 ml/16 fl oz)
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (240 ml/8.45 fl oz)
- Sugar: 3/4 cup (150 g/5.3 oz)
- Eggs: 4, large
- Sweet wine (Marsala or similar): 1/4 cup (60 ml/2 fl oz)
- Cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons (30 ml/1 fl oz)
- Dark chocolate (for shaving): 50 g (1.76 oz)
Method
- Brew 1 cup of strong espresso and allow it to cool.
- In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with 1/2 cup (100 g/3.53 oz) of sugar until smooth.
- Fold the whipped cream gently into the mascarpone mixture.
- Create a zabaglione by whisking the eggs, 1/4 cup (50 g/1.76 oz) of sugar, and sweet wine over a double boiler until thick and creamy. Let it cool and then fold it into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip the ladyfingers quickly into the espresso and lay a layer in the bottom of your serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Add another layer of espresso-dipped ladyfingers and top with the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings.
This tiramisu recipe encapsulates the essence of Italian dessert-making, balancing the robust flavors of espresso with the creamy texture of mascarpone and zabaglione. Perfect for those seeking to explore the depths of traditional Italian sweets, it’s a dessert that promises not just a treat for the palate, but a journey through the rich tapestry of Italy’s culinary heritage. A true joy to make and even more delightful to savor, each bite is a step closer to the cobblestone streets of Italy.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Sugar: 29g
- Protein: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Cholesterol: 165mg