Delicious Italian Tiramisu

Ingredients

• 500g mascarpone
• 4 egg yolks
• 100g caster sugar
• 200ml strong espresso, cooled
• 200g Savoiardi (ladyfinger biscuits)
• 2 tbsp Marsala wine (optional)
• Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

1. 1

   Whisk egg yolks and sugar together until pale and thick, about 3–4 minutes.

2. 2

   Fold the mascarpone into the egg mixture until smooth and creamy.

3. 3

   Mix the cooled espresso with Marsala (if using) in a shallow bowl.

4. 4

   Quickly dip each Savoiardi in the espresso — 1–2 seconds per side — and arrange in a single layer in a dish.

5. 5

   Spread half the mascarpone cream over the biscuits. Repeat with another layer of dipped biscuits and the remaining cream.

6. 6

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best). Dust generously with cocoa powder before serving.