Classic Tiramisu Recipe Great British Chefs from www.greatbritishchefs.com
Introduction
Tiramisu is a popular Italian dessert that is loved by many people around the world. This dessert is made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone cheese, and dusted with cocoa powder. Tiramisu, which means "pick me up" or "lift me up," is a perfect dessert to lift your mood and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make a traditional tiramisu recipe: - 6 large egg yolks - ¾ cup granulated sugar - 2/3 cup milk - 1 ¼ cups heavy cream - 8 ounces mascarpone cheese - 1 ½ cups strong brewed coffee or espresso - 3 tablespoons rum or coffee liqueur - 24-30 ladyfingers - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Egg Yolks and Sugar Mixture
Begin by separating six large egg yolks from the whites. You can save the whites for another recipe, such as meringues or angel food cake. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and ¾ cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is pale yellow and thick. This step will take around 2-3 minutes.
Milk and Heavy Cream Mixture
Next, add 2/3 cup of milk to the egg yolks and sugar mixture. Whisk until everything is combined. Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue to whisk the mixture constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This step will take around 5-7 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool.
Mascarpone Cheese Mixture
In a separate bowl, mix 8 ounces of mascarpone cheese with ½ cup of the heavy cream. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Set it aside.
Whipping Cream Mixture
In another bowl, whisk the remaining ¾ cup of heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Set it aside.
Assembling the Tiramisu
Dip each ladyfinger into the strong brewed coffee or espresso and arrange them in a single layer in a 9x13-inch dish. Drizzle 1 ½ tablespoons of rum or coffee liqueur over the ladyfingers. Spread half of the mascarpone cheese mixture over the ladyfingers. Then, spread half of the whipped cream over the mascarpone cheese mixture. Repeat the layering process with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rum or coffee liqueur, mascarpone cheese mixture, and whipped cream. Dust the top layer with 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
Instructions
1. Separate six large egg yolks from the whites. 2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and ¾ cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is pale yellow and thick. 3. Add 2/3 cup of milk to the egg yolks and sugar mixture. Whisk until everything is combined. 4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and continue to whisk the mixture constantly until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This step will take around 5-7 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool. 5. In a separate bowl, mix 8 ounces of mascarpone cheese with ½ cup of the heavy cream. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Set it aside. 6. In another bowl, whisk the remaining ¾ cup of heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks. Set it aside. 7. Dip each ladyfinger into the strong brewed coffee or espresso and arrange them in a single layer in a 9x13-inch dish. 8. Drizzle 1 ½ tablespoons of rum or coffee liqueur over the ladyfingers. 9. Spread half of the mascarpone cheese mixture over the ladyfingers. 10. Then, spread half of the whipped cream over the mascarpone cheese mixture. 11. Repeat the layering process with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rum or coffee liqueur, mascarpone cheese mixture, and whipped cream. 12. Dust the top layer with 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder. 13. Chill the tiramisu in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. 14. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Here is the nutrition information for one serving (1/12th of the recipe) of traditional tiramisu: - Calories: 331 - Fat: 22g - Saturated Fat: 12g - Cholesterol: 201mg - Sodium: 73mg - Carbohydrates: 28g - Fiber: 0g - Sugar: 19g - Protein: 5g
Conclusion
Making traditional tiramisu may seem intimidating at first, but with this recipe, you can easily make it at home. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a dinner party or a cozy night in. Once you try this recipe, you'll never want to buy store-bought tiramisu again.
