The Best Tiramisu Recipe
This truly is the best tiramisu—silky layers of mascarpone cream, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and a generous dusting of cocoa powder. It's a crowd-pleasing no-bake dessert that’s elegant yet easy to make ahead.
Ingredients
- 6 egg yolks
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 24 oz cold mascarpone
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups cold espresso
- 1/4 cup Kahlua optional
- 40 –45 ladyfingers
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Whisk yolks, sugar, and salt over simmering water for 10–13 minutes (165°F).
- Cool for 10 minutes.
- Whisk in mascarpone and vanilla until smooth.
- Beat cream to stiff peaks and fold into mascarpone mixture.
- Combine espresso and Kahlua.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/the-best-tiramisu-recipe/
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of dark rum or amaretto to the espresso soak.
- Use firm, dry ladyfingers for best results—they hold up better when dipped.
- Tiramisu tastes even better the next day as the layers meld and the texture sets.
- Leftovers will keep refrigerated for up to 4 days.