Tiramisù

Tiramisù means "pick me up" in Italian—a playful nod to its espresso-laced lift. Coffee-dipped savoiardi and airy mascarpone cream stack into chilled layers finished with a dusting of bitter cocoa, a Veneto classic.

Serves 8 · 30 min prep

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 1g fiber

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Ingredients

• 4 egg yolksDairy
• 1/2 cup sugarPantry
• 1 lb mascarponeDairy
• 1 cup cream heavy cream or whipped whites (tradition varies)Dairy
• 24-30 savoiardi ladyfingersBakery
• 1 1/2 cups strong espresso, cooledPantry
• for dusting unsweetened cocoaPantry
• 2 tbsp dark rum or marsala (optional)Pantry

Instructions

1. 1Whisk yolks and sugar until pale; fold in mascarpone. Fold in whipped cream (or follow nonna's white method).
2. 2Dip ladyfingers briefly in espresso (and spirit). Layer with cream.
3. 3Repeat layers; chill at least 4 hours.
4. 4Dust thickly with cocoa before serving.