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Easy, Authentic No-Bake Tiramisu Recipe (No Raw Eggs Required)

A square slice of rich tiramisu recipe featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone, dusted with cocoa powder.
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Make this classic Italian dessert without turning on your oven or using raw eggs. This simple, creamy tiramisu recipe layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers with rich mascarpone filling for an impressive make-ahead treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur or dark rum (optional)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 package (7 ounces) ladyfingers (Savoiardi biscuits)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the coffee soak: In a shallow bowl, combine the cooled espresso and coffee liqueur or rum, if using. Set aside.
  2. Make the mascarpone cream: In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until the mixture is pale yellow and thick. This process pasteurizes the yolks slightly with friction.
  3. Gently fold the softened mascarpone cheese into the egg-sugar mixture until just combined and smooth. Do not overmix.
  4. In a separate, clean bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold one-third of the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture to lighten it. Then, fold in the remaining whipped cream until no streaks remain, creating a light, airy cream.
  6. Assemble the tiramisu: Quickly dip one ladyfinger at a time into the coffee mixture, ensuring it is coated but not soggy. Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similar-sized serving dish.
  7. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the layer of ladyfingers.
  8. Repeat the process: Dip and arrange a second layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers over the cream.
  9. Top with the remaining mascarpone cream, spreading it evenly to cover the top layer.
  10. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set. This is a key step for a make-ahead dessert.
  11. Before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve. Slice and serve this impressive dinner party dessert.

Notes

  • For a truly authentic flavor, use high-quality espresso.
  • If you skip the alcohol, add 1 teaspoon of almond extract to the coffee soak for depth.
  • Chill time is essential; this no-bake dessert improves significantly after setting overnight.

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