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Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that is full of flavor and easy to make. This delicious dessert is perfect for any special occasion. It is made with ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, espresso, and cocoa powder. The result is a creamy, decadent dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

1 package of ladyfingers
1 pint of mascarpone cheese
3/4 cup of espresso
1/2 cup of sugar
3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 tablespoons of cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the espresso. Heat the espresso over medium heat until it is hot. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.

2. In a medium bowl, mix together the mascarpone cheese, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Use a whisk to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly combined. Set aside.

3. Once the espresso has cooled, dip each ladyfinger into the mixture and place them in a 9x13 inch pan. You should have a single layer of ladyfingers in the pan.

4. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Pour the remaining espresso over the cheese layer.

5. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and chill for at least 3 hours.

6. Before serving, sprinkle the top with the remaining cocoa powder. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Each serving of Tiramisu contains approximately 370 calories, 18 grams of fat, 41 grams of carbohydrates, and 5 grams of protein.

This decadent dessert is a great way to end a meal. The combination of the creamy mascarpone cheese and espresso is sure to please any palate. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious treat that everyone will enjoy.