This recipe guides you through creating an exquisite Tiramisu, a renowned Italian dessert that combines rich mascarpone cheese, delicate ladyfinger biscuits, robust coffee, and a hint of liqueur. Designed to serve 15, this dish is perfect for impressing guests with a dessert that balances creamy textures with the deep flavors of coffee and a splash of liqueur for an added touch of elegance.
Why You’ll Love This: Tiramisu is a dessert lover’s dream, offering layers of creamy, mascarpone-based filling interspersed with coffee-soaked ladyfingers, each bite envelops your palate with its luxurious texture and complex flavors. The addition of vanilla and a choice of rum or Amaretto enhances the aromatic profile, making each forkful a delightful indulgence.
Perfect Occasion: This Tiramisu is an excellent choice for festive gatherings, dinner parties, or as a special treat following a family meal. It’s particularly fitting for celebrations and holiday dinners where a show-stopping dessert is desired. Its elegant presentation and rich flavors are sure to make it a conversation starter.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful and professional-looking finish, dust the top of the Tiramisu with a fine layer of cocoa powder just before serving. Garnish with chocolate shavings or curls, and consider a few edible flowers for a pop of color. If serving individually, a sprig of mint adds a fresh touch to each plate.
Ingredients for the Filling:
- 3 eggs, yolks and whites separated, at room temperature
- 120g sugar
- 200ml whipping cream, chilled for at least 8 hours
- 500g mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or paste
Ingredients for the Base:
- 200g ladyfinger biscuits
- 300ml strong coffee, prepared as you like
- 80ml rum or Amaretto
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
Preparation Steps:
- Prepare the Coffee Mixture: Brew your coffee strong and mix it with rum or Amaretto and sugar while it’s still hot. Set aside to cool slightly.
- For the Filling: In a large bowl, whip the cream until it forms soft peaks. In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
- Egg Whites: In another clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold the egg whites carefully into the mascarpone and cream mixture to keep the mixture light and airy.
- Assemble the Tiramisu: Dip each ladyfinger briefly into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are moist but not soggy. Layer them in your chosen dish. Spread a layer of the mascarpone and cream mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat the layers, finishing with the cream mixture on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate the Tiramisu for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
- Serve: Dust with cocoa powder before serving. Optionally, add chocolate shavings or curls for an extra touch of decadence.
Enjoy this sublime Tiramisu, a dessert that promises an elegant finale to any meal and a taste of Italy’s finest culinary traditions!
