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
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- 9x13 inch baking dish
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until well combined.
2. Add the milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
4. In another bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese until smooth.
5. Fold the cooled egg mixture into the mascarpone cheese until well combined.
6. In a small bowl, mix together the coffee and rum.
7. Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture and arrange them in a single layer in the bottom of the baking dish.
8. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
9. Repeat with another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.
10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
11. Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
No temperature needed
Serving size:
12 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 415
Fat: 29g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of mascarpone cheese, you can use cream cheese.
- Instead of rum, you can use brandy or amaretto.
Variations:
- Add a layer of sliced strawberries or raspberries between the layers of ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- Use chocolate or almond-flavored 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 the egg mixture is completely cooled before adding it to the mascarpone cheese to prevent curdling.
- Use freshly brewed strong coffee for the best flavor.
- Letting the tiramisu chill overnight will allow the flavors to meld together and make it even more delicious.
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:
Garnish with fresh berries or a sprig of mint.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of espresso or a glass of dessert wine.
Suggested side dishes:
Tiramisu is a dessert and does not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mascarpone mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
- If the tiramisu is too runny, it may not have been chilled long enough.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.
Food history:
Tiramisu originated in Italy in the 1960s and has since become a popular dessert around the world.
Flavor profiles:
Tiramisu is rich and creamy with a hint of coffee and rum.
Serving suggestions:
Serve chilled and enjoy as a decadent dessert.
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Region: Italian
Taste: Rich, Creamy, Sweet, Chocolaty, Coffee, Coffee-Flavored