The Original Tiramisu
The classic coffee-flavoured dessert is prepared in the same manner as the original. The addition of rum is optional.
Ingredients
- 300ml strong espresso
- 2TL sugar
- 1Schuss dark rum (optional)
- 4egg yolks
- 100g sugar
- 450g mascarpone
- 4egg whites (optional)
- 30sponge fingers or Savoiardi biscuits
- 2EL cocoa powder
Instructions
Step 1
Slightly sweeten the espresso to taste and let cool. If using, add the dark rum to the espresso.Step 2
Bring the mascarpone to room temperature.Step 3
Beat the egg yolks and sugar with a whisk until fluffy, then add the mascarpone until thoroughly mixed. If using egg whites, beat them to stiff peaks and carefully fold them into the mascarpone cream.Step 4
Dip half of the biscuits briefly in the espresso. They should soak up the liquid, but not become soft.Step 5
Line the bottom of a dish with the soaked biscuits. Spread some mascarpone cream on top and sprinkle with cocoa.Step 6
Repeat until all ingredients are used up, ending with a mascarpone and cocoa layer.Step 7
Leave to infuse in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, even better for 6-8 hours. Serve cold.