Tiramisu--Italian Dessert

* Exported from MasterCook Mac *

Tiramisu--Italian Dessert

Recipe By : Jason McDonald <jmcdonald@voyageur.ca>
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Desserts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 ea Ladyfingers -- 4-ounce pkg
1/2 c Coffee -- brewed espresso
2 T Brandy
6 ea Egg -- separated
6 T Sugar
2 lb Mascarpone cheese *OR*
1 1/2 lb Cream cheese, mixed with
1/2 c Heavy cream - and
1/4 c Sour cream
4 T Unsweetened cocoa powder


1.Spread ladyfingers on a large baking sheet. In small bowl combine the
coffee and brandy. Sprinkle the ladyfingers with this mixture, set aside.
2.In medium bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar with electric mixer until thick
and lemon colored, 4 to 5 minutes. Add mascarpone and blend on low speed
until combined. 3.In a large bowl, beat egg whites, until soft peaks form,
2 to 3 minutes. Using a spatula, fold whites into mascarpone mixture. Line
the bottom of an 8-cup souffle dish with half of the ladyfingers. Spread
half the mascarpone mixture on the ladyfingers and sift 2 tablespoons of
cocoa over the surface. Repeat layers, ending with the cocoa.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours. To serve, spoon
onto serving plate.



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