Classic Tiramisu

Ingredients

• 1 cup Strong Coffee or Espresso, cooled
• 3 tbsp Marsala Wine or Rum (optional)
• 24 Ladyfingers (Savoiardi)
• 3 large Egg Yolks
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese, room temp
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• Cocoa Powder for dusting

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk egg yolks and sugar over a double boiler until pale and thick (sabayon). Let cool.

2. 2

   Fold mascarpone into the egg mixture.

3. 3

   Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Fold into mascarpone mixture.

4. 4

   Mix coffee and liquor in a shallow bowl.

5. 5

   Dip ladyfingers quickly into coffee (don't soak too long).

6. 6

   Layer half the ladyfingers in an 8x8 dish.

7. 7

   Spread half the cream mixture on top.

8. 8

   Repeat with remaining ladyfingers and cream.

9. 9

   Dust generously with cocoa powder.

10. 10

    Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.