Tiramisu (My Family's Favorite Dessert)

Recipe courtesy Vita Piergiovanni

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Total Time:
3 hr 25 min
Prep
25 min
Cook
3 hr 0 min
Yield:
10 to 12 servings
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups mascarpone
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1/4 cup Marsala
  • 3/4 cup double cream
  • 2/3 cups water
  • 5 teaspoons instant espresso
  • 1 store-bought butter pound cake

Directions

In a medium bowl, use electric mixer set on medium speed beat the mascarpone cheese, 1 cup confectioners' sugar and marsala until well blended. Add the creme and beat until fluffy, about 1 minute. Set aside.

In a small saucepan over high heat combine water, remaining 1/2 cup of confectioners' sugar and espresso powder. Bring to a boil. Stir occasionally. Remove from heat and cool. Slice pound cake 1/4-inch thick. Have a 2 quart oval or rectangular glass or ceramic dish. Arrange slices of cake in a single layer over bottom of dish. Trimming to fit. Brush half of the cooled espresso mixture over cake. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the top. Then repeat and do the second layer.

Brush espresso over cake slices and top with remaining cheese. Cover with plastic and refrigerate until firm. Before serving sift cocoa evenly on top. Use a large scoop to serve on plates.

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  • on January 27, 2013

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    This recipe is so good.I make it for family events sometimes and everyone loves it.

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  • on October 05, 2009

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    I prepared this recipe for a pot luck and had but a spoonful left to enjoy later. The recipe seemed very easy.

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  • on September 19, 2008

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    This is the easiest recipe to make a great Tiramisu. My whole family love it. By the way, I use lady finger instead of pound cake.

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