Classic tiramisu features layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers & a sweet mascarpone filling topped with a generous dusting of cocoa powder. This decadent dessert is surprisingly easy to make & requires no baking!
1
In a medium bowl, combine espresso, water & amaretto.
2
In a saucepan, combine sugar & water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat & cook until the syrup reaches 244°F (118°C), about 8 mins.
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In a mixing bowl with a whisk attachment, beat the yolks until pale yellow color, about 5 mins.
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While the mixer is running on low speed, slowly pour in the sugar syrup into the yolks. Then increase the speed to medium and beat for 4 mins.
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Add mascarpone cheese & vanilla extract & whip until combined, about 30 seconds.
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In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until hard peaks form.
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Add the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture & gently fold until well combined.
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Dip 10-11 ladyfingers into the espresso mixture for 2-3 seconds & arrange them into one layer in the prepared baking dish.
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Add half of the filling over the first layer of ladyfingers & spread it evenly.
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Then repeat the layers one more time with the remaining ladyfingers & filling..
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Generously dust cocoa powder all over. Cover & refrigerate overnight.