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Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe without Alcohol. Recipe for beginners.

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Italian Tiramisu

Cultural Context

Tiramisu, originating from the Veneto region of Italy, is a beloved dessert that translates to 'pick me up,' referring to the energizing coffee it contains. Traditionally enjoyed after meals, it showcases the Italian love for coffee and rich flavors. Today, tiramisu has gained international fame and has inspired countless variations, from fruit-infused versions to vegan adaptations.

ItalianITdessert
30 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups warm water
5 teaspoons instant espresso coffee
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
16 ounces Mascarpone Cheese
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
3 egg yolks
2/3 cups granulated sugar
2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
42 lady fingers
1/4 cup cocoa powder

mascarpone cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

ladyfingers

🥗Healthier: sponge cake

💰Cheaper: homemade sponge

Homemade sponge is often more economical.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: coffee extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Coffee extract adds flavor without alcohol.

1

Prepare the coffee by mixing 2 cups of warm water with 5 teaspoons of instant espresso coffee and 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder, then add 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar to sweeten.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 16 ounces of room temperature Mascarpone cheese with 2 tablespoons of vanilla extract.

3

In another bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks and 2/3 cups of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and creamy.

4

In a separate bowl, whip 2 cups of cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.

5

Gently fold the whipped cream into the Mascarpone mixture until well combined.

6

Dip 42 lady fingers quickly into the prepared coffee mixture, then layer them in a dish.

7

Spread half of the Mascarpone mixture over the lady fingers, then repeat the layers with the remaining lady fingers and Mascarpone mixture.

8

Dust the top with 1/4 cup of cocoa powder before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

eggdairygluten

Also Known As

TiramisuTiramisù
Local Name: Tiramisù

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