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tiramisu

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Martha Lee
Morgan Hill, CA

This lovely recipe was givin to me by a freind. She received it from a Chef in Pleasanton CA. I have made it for very special occasions for family and friends. It is well loved and appreciated by all.

(2 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 2 Hr

Ingredients For tiramisu

  • 2 pkg
    ladyfingers
  • 2 pkg
    mascarpone cheese
  • 6 oz
    heavy whipping cream
  • 5 oz
    sugar
  • 1/2 tsp
    vanilla
  • 1 c
    strong espresso
  • 1 1/2 oz
    good rum
  • 2 Tbsp
    cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for garnish

How To Make tiramisu

  • 1
    In mixer with paddle, combine mascarpone cheese, whipping cream, sugar and vanilla.
  • 2
    In separate bowl combine espresso and rum.
  • 3
    Line bottom of glass rectangular dish with lady fingers and soak with the espresso and rum mixture. (I usually spoon onto each ladyfinger until it is soaked through).
  • 4
    Top with the mascarpone mixture.
  • 5
    Place another layer of ladyfingers on top and soak with more of the espresso and rum mixture.
  • 6
    Spread remaining mascarpone mixture making sure to smooth top layer.
  • 7
    Spinkle cocoa powder or chocolate shavings on top.
  • 8
    Store in the refrigerator, best if made at least 1/2 day ahead of serving.

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