Ingredients:
- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 24 ladyfingers
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions:
1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well combined.
2. Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, making sure the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
3. Continue whisking the egg yolks and sugar mixture until it becomes thick and pale yellow in color.
4. Remove the bowl from the heat and gradually whisk in the milk.
5. Return the mixture to the heat and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.
6. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
7. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
8. Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese into the whipped cream until well combined.
9. Fold the cooled custard mixture into the cream and mascarpone mixture.
10. Dip each ladyfinger into the cooled brewed coffee and arrange them in a single layer in a serving dish.
11. Spread half of the cream mixture over the ladyfingers.
12. Repeat the process with another layer of soaked ladyfingers and the remaining cream mixture.
13. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
14. Before serving, sift the unsweetened cocoa powder over the top of the tiramisu.
Final Thoughts
Now that you know the secret to making the perfect tiramisu, you can impress your friends and family with this delightful Italian dessert. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just a sweet treat, tiramisu is sure to please everyone’s taste buds. Give this recipe a try and let the flavors transport you to the streets of Italy!
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