Tiramisu

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare your espresso and let it cool. Optionally, mix in Marsala wine or rum.

2. 2

   Separate the egg yolks from the whites. Beat the yolks with 3/4 cup of sugar until thick and pale.

3. 3

   Add the mascarpone cheese to the yolk mixture and mix until smooth.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.

5. 5

   Dip the ladyfingers into the espresso for about 1 second on each side and lay them in a single layer in a dish.

6. 6

   Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.

7. 7

   Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers on top of the mascarpone mixture.

8. 8

   Spread the remaining mascarpone mixture over the second layer of ladyfingers.

9. 9

   Sift cocoa powder over the top of the mascarpone layer.

10. 10

    Grate the dark chocolate and sprinkle it over the top.

11. 11

    Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

12. 12

    Serve chilled and enjoy your homemade tiramisu.