The history of tiramisu
The origin of tiramisu is not entirely clear and can be traced back to several stories from northern Italy . As early as 1939 , a dessert called a dessert called Coppa Vetturino was served in Pieris – a precursor to zabaglione instead of mascarpone.
Further information leads to Tolmezzo, where the dessert first served . An important written document is a menu from 1969, on which Tirami Su . Tiramisu finally gained widespread popularity through the restaurant Le Beccherie in Treviso, where it 1972 in its current form.
But enough about history—we need something solid and satisfying—namely, a proper tiramisu that literally melts in your mouth!
Classic tiramisu recipe
In the following recipe, we show you step by step how to easily make a classic tiramisu yourself.
Spoiler alert: No cream is needed.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 250 g mascarpone
- 35-50 g powdered sugar (depending on taste)
- 100 g ladyfingers
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 egg whites
- A double espresso (cooled)
- 1-3 tablespoons Amaretto (optional, depending on taste)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for sprinkling)
Preparation
- Fresh espresso , allow to cool, and toadd to Amaretto.
- Beat the egg whites with half of the powdered sugar until fluffy. Tip: Turn the bowl upside down—if the egg whites don't fall out, they're ready; if they do, we've got a mess on our hands!
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the rest-powdered sugar creamy until the mixture light yellow .. Then add half of the amaretto and the mascarpone.
- Carefully fold the egg white mixture into the mascarpone mixture – preferably in small stages bit by bit. From this step onwards, do not use a hand mixer, but use a dough scraper (spatula).
- Dip the ladyfingers briefly into cold coffee. Soaking is easier if the espresso is in a deep plate.
- Soaked sponge cake as the first layer in a baking dish , then add a layer cream.
- Repeat the layering Repeat the layering process until the cream is used up – the last layer should be cream.
- Chill for approx. 4 hours (preferably overnight) and sprinkle with cocoa powder just before serving.
Et voilà – your classic tiramisu is ready!
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Matcha Tiramisu
Now, as promised, here is our second tiramisu recipe—the Italian-Japanese fusion of matcha and tiramisu. As always, you can find everything you need in our ingredient list.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 250 g mascarpone
- 35-50 g powdered sugar (depending on taste)
- 100 g ladyfingers
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 egg whites
- 10 g matcha
Recommendation of the day:
Don't worry, you'll also find the perfect matcha for it here.
Preparation
- Preparing matcha: Mix 3 g of matcha with 40-50 ml of water at around 70 °C, then leave to cool.Tip: First mix the matcha with half of the water to form a smooth paste so that it blends evenly and can "bloom." Then stir in the remaining water. A chasen (bamboo whisk). You can find this in our 4-piece Matcha Premium Set.
- Pour the prepared matcha into a deep plate.
- The cream is prepared in exactly the same way as for classic tiramisu. The difference is that in this recipe, the ladyfingers are briefly dipped in cold matcha instead of espresso.
- The layering system is also the same. Start with a layer of soaked sponge cake, followed by a layer of cream. Repeat this process until the last of the cream covers everything.
- Chill for approx. 4 hours (preferably overnight) and sprinkle with matcha powder just before serving.
Patience!
The key to a perfect tiramisu is—drum roll—waiting. Ideally, you should leave it overnight so that the cream can set and the flavors can blend harmoniously.
Buon appetito!
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. And when it gives you mascarpone and coffee, why not make tiramisu?
Are you looking for a simple dessert, the perfect party finale or a quick sweet treat for in between meals? Do you fancy cake, but don't have an oven, or do you find cake recipes too complicated? Then tiramisu is the ideal solution!
This dessert can be conjured up in just 20 minutes – the refrigerator does the rest. The perfectly harmonious flavor combination of aromatic coffee, creamy mascarpone, and fine cocoa makes tiramisu the ideal recipe for quick moments of indulgence.
Tiramisu is also very versatile—this dessert goes perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee, as well as with various fruits for a refreshing summer variation.
Let your creativity run wild!
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