Easy Tiramisu Italian Dessert (Printable)

Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and cocoa create a luscious Italian dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
02 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
03 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

→ Eggs

04 - 2 large egg yolks, room temperature

→ Liquids

05 - 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
06 - 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)

→ Cookies

07 - 24 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)

→ Topping

08 - Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
09 - Dark chocolate shavings (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Whisk egg yolks with powdered sugar in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes pale in color. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
02 - In a chilled bowl, beat the cold heavy cream using an electric mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
03 - Gently fold the mascarpone cheese into the cooled egg mixture until smooth and well combined. Then carefully fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated.
04 - Combine the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur in a shallow dish. Stir to blend.
05 - Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for 1-2 seconds per side. The biscuits should be moistened but not soggy or falling apart.
06 - Arrange half of the dipped ladyfingers in a single layer in an 8-inch square dish. Spread half of the mascarpone filling evenly over the biscuits.
07 - Repeat with a second layer of dipped ladyfingers, followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture. Smooth the top with a spatula.
08 - Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Overnight chilling produces the best texture and flavor.
09 - Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder. Add dark chocolate shavings as an optional garnish. Slice and serve cold.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • No baking means your kitchen stays cool and you can assemble it in under 20 minutes flat
  • The make ahead nature lets you actually enjoy your own dinner party instead of frantically whisking something last minute
  • That moment when you first peel back the plastic wrap and see those perfect layers
02 -
  • Over soaking ladyfingers is the number one mistake that leads to a soggy, sad tiramisu
  • The plastic wrap should touch the surface directly to prevent a skin from forming on the cream
  • Letting it rest overnight transforms it from good to absolutely incredible
03 -
  • Use pasteurized eggs if you are concerned about consuming raw egg yolks
  • A splash of vanilla in the coffee mixture adds lovely depth

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