Creamy, chocolatey, and a snap to make, this chocolate lover’s tiramisu gets an extra pick me up with a shot of coffee liquor.
Notes: When whisking the mascarpone, take care not to over-whisk or the mixture will curdle. If you choose not to use the coffee liquor, increase the coffee to 1 3/4 cups.
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1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee (see notes)
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder, divided
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5 tablespoons coffee liquor such as Kahlua (optional), divided (see notes)
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28 ladyfinger cookies
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2 cups (about 17 1/2 ounces) mascarpone, slightly softened
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3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted
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6 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar, divided
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1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract, divided
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2 cups heavy cream, very cold
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Cocoa powder for dusting
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In liquid measuring cup, stir together coffee, granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon cocoa, and 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) coffee liquor. Lay 14 ladyfinger cookies in single layer in bottom of pan. With pastry brush or spoon, douse ladyfingers with 1/2 of coffee mixture.
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In large bowl, gently whisk mascarpone, melted chocolate, 3 tablespoons confectioners sugar, remaining 1 tablespoon coffee liquor (if using), and 1 teaspoon vanilla until just combined. Spread over soaked ladyfingers in pan and smooth top. Place 14 more ladyfingers in single layer over mascarpone mixture. Soak with remaining coffee mixture.
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Using stand mixer or handheld mixer, whip cream with remaining 3 tablespoons confectioners sugar, remaining tablespoon cocoa, and remaining 2 teaspoons vanilla to medium peaks. Spread over soaked ladyfingers and smooth top.
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Chill for 1 to 2 hours to allow ladyfingers to completely soften. Dust with cocoa, cut into squares and serve.
Special equipment
9- by 9-inch pan
This Recipe Appears In
- Chocoholic: Easy Chocolate Tiramisu
| Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
|---|---|
| 612 | Calories |
| 52g | Fat |
| 29g | Carbs |
| 9g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
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| Servings: 9 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 612 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| 52g | 67% |
| Saturated Fat 31g | 155% |
| 192mg | 64% |
| 295mg | 13% |
| 29g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 9g | |
| 9g | |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium 101mg | 8% |
| Iron 4mg | 20% |
| Potassium 240mg | 5% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)