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Two individual Tiramisu Cups shown side-by-side, highlighting the distinct layers of mascarpone cream and coffee-soaked ladyfingers.

Tiramisu Cups: The Easiest & Most Elegant No-Bake Dessert

Create elegant, individual Tiramisu Cups with this easy no-bake recipe. Featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and rich mascarpone cream, it's the perfect make-ahead dessert for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 16 oz mascarpone cheese at room temperature
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
For Assembly
  • 12-18 ladyfinger cookies (Savoiardi)
  • 1 1/2 cups strong brewed espresso or coffee cooled
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Equipment

  • 1 Electric mixer
  • 6 Serving glasses or ramekins
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Instructions
 

  1. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until pale, thick, and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the room temperature mascarpone cheese to the egg yolk mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined and smooth. Do not overmix.
  3. In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture in two additions until fully incorporated and no streaks remain. The mixture should be light and airy.
  5. Pour the cooled espresso into a shallow bowl. Have your 6 serving glasses ready.
  6. Quickly dip a ladyfinger into the espresso for about 1 second per side. Break it in half and place it in the bottom of a glass. Repeat for all glasses.
  7. Spoon a layer of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers in each glass, dividing about half of the cream mixture evenly among them.
  8. Repeat the process with another layer of dipped ladyfingers, followed by the remaining mascarpone cream.
  9. Cover each cup with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. This allows the dessert to set and the flavors to meld.
  10. Right before serving, use a fine-mesh sieve to dust the tops of the Tiramisu Cups with unsweetened cocoa powder.

Notes

Do Not Overmix: When combining the mascarpone, mix until just smooth. Overmixing can cause it to become grainy.
Chilling is Key: Don't skip the chilling time! It's essential for the best texture and flavor.
Alcohol-Free: This recipe is naturally alcohol-free. For a classic flavor, add 1 tablespoon of dark rum or coffee liqueur to the espresso.
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