How to Make Chef John's Tiramisu - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chef John's Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that is guaranteed to impress your friends and family. This recipe has been perfected over the years by Chef John himself, and it has become a favorite among his loyal customers. Tiramisu is a luscious and creamy dessert that features layers of coffee-dipped ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone cheese, and a dusting of cocoa powder. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a sweet treat t...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup brewed espresso
  • 3 tablespoons Marsala wine, divided
  • 2 large eggs, separated
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ¾ cup mascarpone cheese
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 10 ladyfinger cookies, broken in half, or more as needed
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • ½ ounce dark chocolate, grated

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Stir together espresso and 2 tablespoons wine in a shallow bowl. Set aside.
  • Whisk together egg yolks, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar, and remaining 1 tablespoon wine in a large bowl over a pot of simmering water until thick, pale yellow, and creamy, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Remove the bowl from heat and whisk in mascarpone, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass or metal bowl until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up to ensure egg whites form sharp peaks. Gently stir and fold 1/2 of the egg whites into mascarpone mixture; fold in remaining egg whites.
  • Place 1 heaping spoonful mascarpone mixture into a single-serving glass or cup. Dip 2 cookie halves briefly in espresso mixture; turn 3 to 4 times to coat. Place cookie halves in the bottom of the glass on top of mascarpone.
  • Fill the glass halfway with mascarpone mixture. Dip 5 ladyfinger halves in espresso mixture and place vertically along the inside of the glass, dipping and placing more ladyfinger halves as needed to fit the glass. Place 2 dipped ladyfinger halves horizontally on top of mascarpone. Fill the glass to the top with mascarpone mixture. Repeat with second glass.
  • Wrap both glasses in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours to overnight. Remove plastic wrap and dust tops with cocoa and grated chocolate before serving.
  • Nutrition

    774 cal.

    • Total Fat: 52g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 413mg
    • Sodium: 285mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 179mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 263mg