Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup strong espresso, cooled
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 24 ladyfingers
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Fine mesh sieve
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
2. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
3. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Remove from heat and let cool.
6. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
7. In another mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone cheese mixture.
9. In a small bowl, mix together the cooled espresso and rum.
10. Dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture, making sure to coat both sides.
11. Arrange the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
12. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
13. Repeat with another layer of soaked ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.
14. Sift the cocoa powder over the top of the tiramisu.
15. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Serving size:
Serves 8-10 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 480
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 234mg
Sodium: 85mg
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 28g
Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of mascarpone cheese, you can use cream cheese or ricotta cheese.
- Instead of espresso, you can use strong coffee or instant coffee.
- Instead of rum, you can use brandy or marsala wine.
Variations:
- You can add a layer of sliced strawberries or raspberries between the layers of ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- You can substitute the cocoa powder with grated chocolate or chocolate shavings.
- You can use different types of cookies, such as amaretti or chocolate chip cookies, instead of ladyfingers.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the mascarpone cheese is at room temperature before mixing it with the whipped cream.
- Be careful not to over-soak the ladyfingers, as they can become too soggy and fall apart.
- Use a fine mesh sieve to dust the cocoa powder evenly over the top of the tiramisu.
Storage instructions:
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Tiramisu is best served cold, so there is no need to reheat it.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the tiramisu in individual glasses or bowls, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder and a sprig of fresh mint.
Garnishes:
Fresh berries, mint leaves, or chocolate shavings.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of sweet dessert wine, such as moscato or port.
Suggested side dishes:
Tiramisu is a dessert and does not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the egg mixture curdles when you add the hot milk, strain it through a fine mesh sieve before continuing.
- If the mascarpone mixture becomes too runny, refrigerate it for a few minutes before assembling the tiramisu.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.
Food history:
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that originated in the Veneto region of Italy in the 1960s. The name "tiramisu" means "pick me up" in Italian, and it is believed to have been created as a revitalizing dessert for tired workers.
Flavor profiles:
Creamy, rich, and slightly sweet with a hint of coffee and rum.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.
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Region: Italian
Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Rich, Chocolatey, Vanilla