We found a way to make this Italian dessert a bit more Southern.

It’s a guaranteed crowd pleaser, as well as the perfect palate cleanser following a rich meal.

(Although you might be tempted to grab a fork and dig insubito!)

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Tiramisu Ingredients

To make this tiramisu recipe, start with a pack ofladyfingers.

What is traditional tiramisu made of?

What Does Tiramisu Literally Mean?

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The dessert tiramisu derives its name from the Italian word.

What Is the Secret to Tiramisu?

Using good espressohere is key to getting the best results with tiramisu.

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Doing so allows the crispy lady fingers to soften up and absorb all the scrumptious flavors.

Before serving, cover and refrigerate this recipe for at least four hours or up to 12 hours.

Is There a Lot of Alcohol in Tiramisu?

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Traditionally, tiramisu includes alcoholspecifically flavored liqueur like Amaretto, sweet red wine like Marsala, or dark rum.

This recipe calls for a quarter cup of bourbon, which adds a hint of Southern twang.

But if you didnt want to use alcohol at all, you could substitute a teaspoon of vanilla instead.

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What Does Tiramisu Taste Like?

Tiramisu has a delightful layered flavor, with notes of coffee and alcohol.

Additional reporting byAlesandra Dubin.

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Ingredients

4largeegg yolks

1/2cupgranulated sugar

1 1/4cupsheavy whipping cream

1cup(8 oz.

)pkg.ladyfingers(about 24 each)

1/2oz.60% bittersweet chocolate bar, for shaving (about 2 Tbsp.

Transfer to a large bowl.

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Is tiramisu made with raw eggs?

The egg yolks in traditional tiramisu are not cooked.

If that is a concern, you might use pasteurized eggs.

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Make mascarpone mixture:

Wipe mixer bowl clean, and add cream.

Beat on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 90 seconds.

Add mascarpone and orange zest, and beat on medium speed until soft and billowy, about 20 seconds.

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Credit:Sprinkle with shaved chocolate. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.

Fold egg yolk mixture into mascarpone mixture.

Stir together espresso and bourbon in a large shallow bowl.

Spread half of the mascarpone mixture in an even layer over ladyfingers.

Repeat with remaining espresso-dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.

Dust top with remaining 1 tablespoon cocoa.

Sprinkle with shaved chocolate.

Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Refrigerate tiramisu immediately after preparing, and serve chilled.

you’re free to also refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for several days.

To make it last even longer, you’re able to store tiramisu in the freezer.