Classic Tiramisu

Instructions

1. 1

   Separate the egg yolks from the whites. In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy.

2. 2

   Add the mascarpone cheese to the egg yolk mixture and gently fold until smooth and well combined.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture, ensuring not to deflate the mixture.

4. 4

   Dip each ladyfinger biscuit briefly into the brewed coffee, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.

5. 5

   Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a rectangular dish.

6. 6

   Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the layer of ladyfingers.

7. 7

   Repeat the process with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.

8. 8

   Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

9. 9

   Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder using a fine sieve.

10. 10

    Slice and serve chilled.