Traditional Tiramisu Recipe

Ingredients:

• 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, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons rum
• 24 ladyfinger cookies
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until well blended.
2. Whisk in milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
3. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
4. In a large bowl, beat cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
5. Fold in mascarpone cheese until fully incorporated.
6. In a small bowl, mix together coffee and rum.
7. Dip each ladyfinger cookie into the coffee mixture and arrange half of them in a single layer on the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish.
8. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers and repeat with remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
10. Dust cocoa powder over the top before serving.

Verdict:

This traditional tiramisu recipe is a classic dessert that is sure to impress. The creamy mascarpone cheese filling and coffee-soaked ladyfingers create a perfect balance of flavors. It’s a sweet and indulgent treat that everyone will enjoy.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this delicious tiramisu as a dessert after a special meal. It pairs well with a glass of red wine or a hot cup of coffee. For added indulgence, top with chocolate shavings or fresh berries.