Classic Tiramisu

A timeless Italian dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a rich mascarpone cream, dusted with cocoa powder. This single-serving tiramisu is indulgent yet simple to prepare.

Steps

1. Mix the brewed coffee and coffee liqueur in a shallow dish. 2. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. 3. In a bowl, whisk the egg yolk and sugar until pale and creamy. 4. Gently fold the mascarpone cheese into the egg yolk mixture until smooth. 5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold it into the mascarpone mixture. 6. Layer half of the soaked ladyfingers in a serving dish. 7. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. 8. Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers and cream. 9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set. 10. Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.

2 tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled 1 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional) 3 ladyfinger biscuits 100g mascarpone cheese 1 large egg yolk 2 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp heavy cream Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting