Description
Looking for a show-stopping no-bake dessert that’s both elegant and easy? This Traditional Italian Tiramisu is a creamy, dreamy blend of coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a light mascarpone filling, making it a perfect pick for your list of easy dessert recipes, holiday food ideas, or even make-ahead dinner party desserts. With rich espresso flavor, velvety mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa, it’s a crowd-pleasing classic. Ideal for anyone seeking easy recipes, dessert ideas, or Italian-inspired sweets, this dish fits beautifully among your quick food ideas and celebration favorites.
Ingredients
6 large egg yolks
150g granulated sugar (about 3/4 cup)
240ml heavy cream, cold (1 cup)
300g mascarpone cheese, room temperature (about 1 1/4 cups)
480ml strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled (2 cups)
120ml coffee liqueur, optional (1/2 cup)
200g Italian ladyfingers (about 7 oz or 2 packs)
unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
dark chocolate shavings, optional for garnish
Instructions
1. Whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until thick, pale, and creamy (5–7 minutes).
2. In a separate bowl, beat the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
3. Fold mascarpone into the egg mixture until smooth.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until combined.
5. In a shallow bowl, mix the cooled espresso with coffee liqueur (if using).
6. Quickly dip ladyfingers in the espresso mixture and arrange a layer in your dish.
7. Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the ladyfingers evenly.
8. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining cream mixture.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
10. Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature mascarpone for a lump-free cream base.
Do not oversoak the ladyfingers—just a quick dip is enough.
Chill overnight for the best texture and depth of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: tiramisu, Italian dessert, no-bake recipe, easy dessert, coffee dessert, mascarpone recipe, ladyfingers