Description
These no-bake Tiramisu Cups offer a restaurant-quality presentation with distinct layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone, making them an elegant, make-ahead dessert perfect for entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480ml) strong espresso or cold brew coffee, cooled
- 2–3 tablespoons dark rum or coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup (optional)
- 16 oz (450g) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large egg yolks (pasteurized)
- 1 package (24-30 pieces) ladyfingers (Savoiardi)
- Dutch-process cocoa powder, for dusting
- Chocolate shavings, optional
Instructions
- Brew espresso and let it cool to room temperature. Stir in rum and simple syrup if using, then pour into a shallow dish for dipping.
- In a large, cold bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the room-temperature mascarpone, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture using a spatula until just combined and light and airy.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for 1-2 seconds per side to soak but not saturate. Place 2-3 dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of each serving glass.
- Spread a layer of mascarpone cream (about ½ cup) over the ladyfingers. Add a second layer of dipped ladyfingers, followed by a final layer of cream. Press down gently.
- Cover the glasses with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, sift a generous layer of cocoa powder over the top. Add chocolate shavings if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Dip ladyfingers quickly (1-2 seconds) to prevent them from becoming soggy. Ensure mascarpone is at room temperature for a smooth mixture. Chill for at least 4 hours for best texture. Do not freeze as the cream may separate and ladyfingers may become icy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
Keywords: tiramisu, no-bake dessert, tiramisu cups, mascarpone, espresso, Italian dessert, make-ahead dessert, party dessert, restaurant style dessert