Description
A luxurious and decadent tiramisu torte that combines the classic flavors of coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa in a beautiful layered cake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- Dark chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine the brewed coffee and coffee liqueur (if using). Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture, taking care not to deflate the batter.
- Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for about 2 seconds, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a springform pan.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Repeat the process with another layer of soaked ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the torte to set.
- Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and garnish with dark chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh mascarpone cheese.
- Make sure to let the torte chill for several hours to enhance the flavors.
- You can adjust the coffee liqueur to your taste or omit it entirely for a non-alcoholic version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 60
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 90
Keywords: tiramisu torte, Italian dessert, layered cake, coffee cake, mascarpone dessert, easy tiramisu recipe