A Delightful Twist on a Classic Italian Dessert
Experience the exquisite flavors of this Orange and White Chocolate Tiramisu, a luxurious dessert that brings a refreshing twist to the classic Italian favorite. Combining the rich, creamy texture of mascarpone and white chocolate with the zesty brightness of orange, this tiramisu is a perfect treat for any special occasion. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a smooth, flavorful cream make this dessert both elegant and indulgent.
Equipment Needed
To make this delicious Orange and White Chocolate Tiramisu, you will need the following equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Fine mesh sieve
- Saucepan
- Baking dish or serving glasses
- Grater or zester
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients:
- 6 egg yolks
- 90g sugar
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1 packet of vanilla sugar
- 500g mascarpone
- 80g white chocolate
- 240ml unsweetened whipping cream
- 25-30 ladyfingers
- 450ml coffee, cooled
- 30g cocoa powder
Instructions:
- Prepare the Mascarpone Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and thick.
- Add the orange zest and vanilla extract (or vanilla sugar), and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, melt the white chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave in short intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Allow the melted chocolate to cool slightly, then fold it into the egg mixture.
- Add the mascarpone to the egg mixture and whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Whip the Cream:
- In another mixing bowl, whip the unsweetened whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Assemble the Tiramisu:
- Pour the cooled coffee into a shallow dish.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee, ensuring they are soaked but not too soggy.
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a baking dish or individual serving glasses.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Add another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers on top of the mascarpone cream.
- Spread the remaining mascarpone cream over the second layer of ladyfingers.
- Chill the Tiramisu:
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Serve:
- Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder using a fine mesh sieve.
- Optionally, garnish with additional orange zest or white chocolate shavings.
Enjoy your luxurious Orange and White Chocolate Tiramisu! If you try this recipe, please leave a comment and share your experience.