Amazing No-Bake Tiramisu
This no-bake tiramisu features layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone, creating a light, rich Italian dessert that is easy to prepare and chilled for the perfect texture.
Equipment
- 3 mixing bowl for different mixtures
- 1 whisk for whipping and beating
- 1 serving dish for assembling tiramisu
Ingredients
- 1½ cups strong brewed coffee cooled
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar divided
- 2 large eggs separated
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ladyfingers
- unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Brew strong coffee and allow it to cool completely.
- Whisk egg yolks with half of the sugar until pale and creamy, then mix in mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until soft peaks form.
- Beat egg whites with remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture, then fold in egg whites carefully to keep mixture light.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly into cooled coffee without soaking and arrange a layer in the serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, then repeat with another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers and remaining cream.
- Dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours before serving to develop flavor and texture.
Notes
- Add 1–2 tablespoons coffee liqueur for a traditional flavor.
- Use espresso instead of regular coffee for a stronger taste.
- Chill overnight for cleaner slices and enhanced flavors.