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Foolproof Classic Tiramisu

5 from 1 vote
Creamy and irresistible. Strong flavours and no raw eggs.
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Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Western
Servings: 6 people
Author: Dearnomdiary

Ingredients

Ladyfingers Layer

  • 1½ cups hot water
  • 2 tbsp STRONG instant coffee / espresso
  • 1 - 2 tbsp good quality rum
  • Ladyfingers

Filling

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp good quality rum
  • 1½ cups mascarpone cheese (room temperature)

Coffee Cream

  • 1 tsp STRONG instant coffee / espresso
  • 1 cup whipping cream

To Finish Off

  • Cocoa powder (for sifting)

Instructions

Ladyfingers Layer

  • Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl (except for the ladyfingers), until the coffee and sugar has melted. Set aside to cool completely.

Filling and Coffee Cream

  • Place all the filling ingredients (except for the mascarpone) in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of boiling water. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Whisk continuously until the mixture doubles and has a thick and creamy consistency (about 10 to 15 minutes). Remove from the heat and set aside to cool completely. 
  • Meanwhile, beat the whipping cream with the instant coffee with an electric handheld mixer until it’s about 70% done (soft peaks). Set aside.
  • In another large mixing bowl, whisk together the mascarpone and the egg mixture (which has cooled completely!). Gently fold in the coffee cream two separate times.

Assembling

  • Dip the ladyfingers quickly (1 second each) in the coffee mixture and line them in one layer. Smooth half of the filling on top. Repeat for another layer. Cover and refrigerate overnight (it gives it a stronger flavour).
  • The next day: sift cocoa powder on top and serve. Enjoy because I sure will!