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Espresso Tiramisu

Looking for an easy dessert to make? Check out this rich espresso tiramisu recipe that takes only 15 minutes to prep!
Course Dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 12 ounces mascarpone cheese softened at room temperature
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup espresso freshly brewed
  • ¼ cup Marsala wine optional, you can also substitute rum
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 10 ounces Italian ladyfingers
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until light and airy.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat mascarpone, sugar, and salt.
  • Slowly fold the whipped cream in the mascarpone mixture, one-fourth at a time, then place it in the fridge.
  • Mix espresso, Marsala, and sugar in a shallow bowl.
  • Briefly soak ladyfingers in the espresso mixture on each side and layer them in a dish.
  • Spread half of the chilled mascarpone cream on top, add another layer of ladyfingers, and top with the other half of the chilled mascarpone cream.
  • Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight. Once ready, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder and serve.