Irish Cream Tiramisu recipe
Irish Cream Tiramisu is a rich and creamy layered dessert made with mascarpone cream, coffee soaked ladyfingers, and smooth Irish cream flavor. This easy no bake dessert combines soft cookies and fluffy cream to create a classic treat that feels elegant but is simple to prepare at home.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Shallow bowl for dipping
- Baking dish or serving dish
- Fine sieve for cocoa powder
Ingredients
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- 24 ladyfingers
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brew strong coffee and allow it to cool to room temperature. Mix the coffee with Irish cream in a shallow bowl.
- Place egg yolks and sugar in a mixing bowl and whisk until the mixture becomes pale and smooth.
- Add mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture and stir until the filling becomes thick and creamy.
- In a separate bowl beat heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until light and fluffy.
- Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the coffee and Irish cream mixture.
- Arrange the soaked ladyfingers in a baking dish to form the first layer.
- Spread a generous layer of mascarpone cream mixture over the cookies.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers.
- Spread the remaining cream mixture evenly on top.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least four hours so the layers can set.
- Before serving dust cocoa powder over the top of the dessert.
Notes
Use cold mascarpone cheese for a thicker cream filling
Dip ladyfingers quickly to avoid soggy texture
Allow the dessert to chill for several hours for best flavor
Dust cocoa powder just before serving for a fresh look
