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Easy No-Bake Classic Tiramisu Recipe

A rich, layered slice of tiramisu recipe dessert dusted heavily with cocoa powder.
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Make this classic Italian tiramisu dessert easily at home. This no-bake recipe features creamy mascarpone and espresso-soaked ladyfingers, perfect for making ahead for parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur or dark rum (optional)
  • 1 large egg yolk (or use pasteurized eggs for safety)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 16 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 package (7 ounces) ladyfingers (about 24–30 cookies)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the coffee soak: In a shallow bowl, combine the cooled espresso and coffee liqueur, if using. Set aside.
  2. Make the cream base: In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolk and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale yellow and slightly thickened. This takes about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and the softened mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until just combined and smooth. Do not overmix.
  4. In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture in two additions until fully incorporated. You now have your creamy filling.
  6. Assemble the dessert: Quickly dip one side of a ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for just 1-2 seconds. Do not soak them completely, or the dessert will be soggy.
  7. Arrange a single layer of the dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking dish or similar serving dish.
  8. Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the layer of ladyfingers.
  9. Repeat the process: Dip and layer the remaining ladyfingers over the cream.
  10. Top with the remaining mascarpone cream, spreading it smoothly across the top layer.
  11. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set. This chilling time is crucial for texture.
  12. Before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • For a recipe without raw eggs, you can substitute the egg yolk with 2 tablespoons of full-fat cream cheese mixed with the sugar, or omit the yolk entirely and rely on the stability of the whipped cream and mascarpone.
  • If you are preparing this for a large group, consider using a 9×13 inch dish and doubling the recipe.
  • This dessert is excellent for meal planning as it tastes better the next day.

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