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💗 Why You’ll Love This Tiramisu Recipe:
- Balanced Perfection: Sweetness meets coffee-soaked ladyfingers.
- Effortless Elegance: Alton Brown’s simple recipe for tiramisu.
- Prep-Ahead Ease: Make in advance, chill, and savor.
- Chic Delight: Impress with an easy, visually stunning dessert.
❓ What Is Alton Brown’s Tiramisu Recipe?
Tiramisu by Alton Brown calls for a luscious combination of whipped cream, mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla, layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and dusted with cocoa powder, and chilled for a rich treat.
🍫 Alton Brown Tiramisu Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 8-ounce container of mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups cold espresso
- 3 Tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur, optional (Kahlua or DaVinci brands)
- 1 package of Lady Fingers, Savoiardi brand can be found in the cookie aisle at your local grocery store, or online
- Cocoa powder for dusting the top
🍮 How To Make Alton Brown Tiramisu
- Put whipping cream in a bowl and whip it using an electric mixer set to medium speed (or a stand mixer).
- Beat in the sugar and vanilla gradually until stiff peaks form. Combine with the mascarpone cheese by folding it in. Put aside.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the coffee and liqueur. Lay the ladyfingers in a single layer on the bottom of an 8×8″ or comparable size pan after swiftly dipping them in the coffee (do not soak them, dip them on both sides to get them moist).
- Carefully spread half of the mascarpone mixture on top. Layer the dipped ladyfingers again. Carefully spread the rest of the mascarpone cream on top.
- Use a fine mesh strainer to dust the top with cocoa powder. Rest in the fridge for at least 3 to 4 hours, preferably overnight before serving.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Fresh Mascarpone: Use room-temperature mascarpone for a smoother blend with whipped cream.
- Gentle Dipping: Swiftly dip ladyfingers in coffee; avoid soaking to maintain a balanced texture.
- Layering Precision: Evenly spread mascarpone mixture between ladyfinger layers for consistent flavor.
- Cocoa Finale: Dust cocoa lightly using a fine mesh strainer for a polished finish.
🍸 What Pairs Nicely With Tiramisu?
Delicious accompaniments to tiramisu include fresh berries, chocolate pudding, espresso shot, Amaretto liqueur, vanilla gelato, and Moscato wine.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Tiramisu?
- In The Fridge: Refrigerate leftover tiramisu for no more than 4 days if kept in a tightly sealed container.
- In The Freezer: Freeze leftover tiramisu for 3 months after wrapping it carefully in plastic and then aluminum foil. Let it thaw in the fridge before serving.
🚫 Can I Heat Leftovers Tiramisu?
Heating leftover tiramisu could change the delicate texture, so eating it cold for a tasty dessert while maintaining its creamy and layered texture is best.
FAQs
What brand of mascarpone is best for tiramisu?
Santa Lucia by Galbani is a popular choice for tiramisu, known for its rich, creamy texture, and authentic flavor profile.
How far in advance can you make tiramisu?
Tiramisu can be prepared 1 to 2 days in advance, allowing flavors to meld for a richer and more delightful sweet.
What kind of coffee do you use for tiramisu?
Espresso is traditionally used for tiramisu, providing a robust coffee flavor that complements the creamy layers of the dessert.
Why is my tiramisu mushy?
Your tiramisu may become mushy if ladyfingers are dipped too long; a swift dip maintains texture without excessive moisture absorption.
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Alton Brown Tiramisu Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 513
- Total Fat 35g
- Saturated Fat 21g
- Cholesterol 178mg
- Sodium 225mg
- Potassium 226mg
- Total Carbohydrate 43g
- Dietary Fiber 0.6g
- Sugar 27g
- Protein 8.6g
Alton Brown Tiramisu
Description
Tiramisu by Alton Brown is a tasty masterpiece that combines coffee-soaked ladyfingers, flavorful mascarpone, and chocolate dusting in just 10 minutes for sweet dessert delight.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Put whipping cream in a bowl and whip it using an electric mixer set to medium speed (or a stand mixer).
- Beat in the sugar and vanilla gradually until stiff peaks form. Combine with the mascarpone cheese by folding it in. Put aside.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the coffee and liqueur. Lay the ladyfingers in a single layer on the bottom of an 8×8″ or comparable size pan after swiftly dipping them in the coffee (do not soak them, dip them on both sides to get them moist).
- Carefully spread half of the mascarpone mixture on top. Layer the dipped ladyfingers again. Carefully spread the rest of the mascarpone cream on top.
- Use a fine mesh strainer to dust the top with cocoa powder. Rest in the fridge for at least 3 to 4 hours, preferably overnight before serving.
Notes
- Fresh Mascarpone: Use room-temperature mascarpone for a smoother blend with whipped cream.
Gentle Dipping: Swiftly dip ladyfingers in coffee; avoid soaking to maintain a balanced texture.
Layering Precision: Evenly spread mascarpone mixture between ladyfinger layers for consistent flavor.
Cocoa Finale: Dust cocoa lightly using a fine mesh strainer for a polished finish.
