Classic Italian Tiramisu

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Make dessert like an Italian with this Classic Italian Tiramisu. Coffee with breakfast is good, but coffee for dessert is a win. This tiramisu is featured on our Cooking With Coffee feed.

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ingredients

  • 2 eggs, yolks only
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz marscapone cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup coffee
  • 12 savoiardi cookies

Method

  • Step 1

    In a large bowl whisk the egg yolks with the sugar.

  • Step 2

    Set the bowl in a double boiler whisking continuously for at least 5 minutes. Let cool.

  • Step 3

    Add the mascarpone and vanilla extract and mix well. Fold in the whipped cream.

  • Step 4

    Soak the savoiardi in coffee briefly. Arrange 1.5 cookies at the bottom of your cup, top with a spoonful of mascarpone cream.

  • Step 5

    Repeat with one more layer of savoiardi and cream. Sprinkle with more cocoa powder.

  • Step 6

    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.