Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 egg yolks
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pound mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
- 2 tablespoons rum
- 24 ladyfingers
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- 9x13 inch dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until well combined.
2. Add milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
3. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. In a large bowl, beat heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
5. In another bowl, beat mascarpone cheese until smooth.
6. Fold in the cooled egg mixture into the mascarpone cheese.
7. Gently fold in the whipped cream.
8. In a small bowl, mix together coffee and rum.
9. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture and place in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish.
10. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
11. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone mixture.
12. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
13. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours or overnight
Temperature:
Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
Serving size:
12 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 399
Fat per serving: 28g
Carbohydrates per serving: 29g
Protein per serving: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of rum, you can use coffee liqueur or marsala wine.
- If you can't find mascarpone cheese, you can substitute with cream cheese.
Variations:
- Add a layer of sliced strawberries or raspberries between the layers of ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- Use chocolate ladyfingers instead of plain ones.
- Add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the mascarpone mixture before dusting with cocoa powder.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to quickly dip the ladyfingers into the coffee mixture so they don't become too soggy.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth and creamy mixture.
- Dust with cocoa powder just before serving to prevent it from getting absorbed into the tiramisu.
Storage instructions:
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Tiramisu is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in individual glasses or bowls for a more elegant presentation.
Garnishes:
Top with fresh berries or chocolate shavings.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of espresso or cappuccino.
Suggested side dishes:
Tiramisu is a dessert and does not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the egg mixture curdles, strain it through a fine mesh sieve before adding it to the mascarpone cheese.
- If the mascarpone mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid any risk of salmonella.
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Food history:
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that originated in the Veneto region of Italy in the 1960s.
Flavor profiles:
Tiramisu is a rich and creamy dessert with a hint of coffee and rum.
Serving suggestions:
Serve chilled and enjoy as a decadent dessert after a meal.
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Region: Italian