Name: Classic Tiramisu
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 quarter 1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled; 7.9 cm 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur or rum (optional); 7.7 box 16 ounces mascarpone cheese, at room temperature; 3.6 mg 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 3.1 jar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2.4 g 24 ladyfingers; 2.5 tsp Cocoa powder, for dusting

Classic Tiramisu

By Jeremy Tanner

November 14, 2025

4123 views

This classic Italian dessert is a delightful combination of creamy mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa powder. The layers of flavors and textures create a rich and satisfying treat that is perfect for any occasion. Tiramisu is surprisingly easy to make at home, requiring no baking and minimal effort. It's a crowd-pleaser that can be prepared ahead of time, making it ideal for parties or a simple dessert for your family. The coffee flavor can be adjusted to your liking, and you can even add a touch of liquor for an extra kick.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled - 4.0 quarter
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur or rum (optional) - 7.9 cm
16 ounces mascarpone cheese, at room temperature - 7.7 box
1/2 cup granulated sugar - 3.6 mg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 3.1 jar
24 ladyfingers - 2.4 g
Cocoa powder, for dusting - 2.5 tsp

8 Servings

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Brew strong coffee and let it cool. Mix with coffee liqueur or rum (optional).

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.

Step 4

In a serving dish, layer the soaked ladyfingers to cover the bottom.

Step 5

Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.

Step 6

Repeat layers: soaked ladyfingers, then the remaining mascarpone mixture.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, dust generously with cocoa powder.

Classic Tiramisu

By Jeremy Tanner

November 14, 2025

4123 views

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled - 4.0 quarter
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur or rum (optional) - 7.9 cm
16 ounces mascarpone cheese, at room temperature - 7.7 box
1/2 cup granulated sugar - 3.6 mg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 3.1 jar
24 ladyfingers - 2.4 g
Cocoa powder, for dusting - 2.5 tsp

8 Servings

Cooking Steps

Step 1

Brew strong coffee and let it cool. Mix with coffee liqueur or rum (optional).

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.

Step 4

In a serving dish, layer the soaked ladyfingers to cover the bottom.

Step 5

Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.

Step 6

Repeat layers: soaked ladyfingers, then the remaining mascarpone mixture.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, dust generously with cocoa powder.

Reviews (18 Reviews)

Grace Rodriguez5

Best tiramisu recipe ever! The cream was so light and fluffy, and the coffee flavor was perfect. It's easy to make, and it tastes like it came from a high-end Italian restaurant.

Quinn Thompson4

Really good tiramisu! The ladyfingers were perfect, and the cream was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.

Peter Martin5

Amazing! This tiramisu is the best I've ever had. Simple to make and tastes incredible. Highly recommend this recipe to everyone!

David Wilson5

This recipe is a winner! So simple, and the results are fantastic. The balance of flavors is perfect. Highly recommend this recipe for a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Karen Anderson4

A very nice dessert, easy to put together. I enjoyed the coffee flavor a lot, and it was perfect for a weekend treat!