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Creamy Irish Coffee Tiramisu Delight

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A creamy, boozy tiramisu dessert combining rich espresso and Irish cream liqueur, perfect for coffee lovers seeking an indulgent yet easy-to-make treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) freshly brewed strong espresso or dark coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) Irish cream liqueur (such as Baileys)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 8 oz (225 g) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Irish cream liqueur
  • 20–24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
  • Optional: dark chocolate shavings or espresso beans for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coffee Soak: In a medium bowl, combine cooled espresso, Irish cream liqueur, and granulated sugar. Whisk gently until the sugar dissolves completely. Set aside to let flavors meld for about 5 minutes.
  2. Whip the Cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat; you want it light and airy.
  3. Mix the Mascarpone Cream: In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and Irish cream liqueur. Stir gently until smooth and creamy. Then fold in the whipped cream in three batches, using a rubber spatula to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
  4. Assemble the Layers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee soak (about 1-2 seconds per side; don’t let them get soggy). Line the bottom of your baking dish with a single layer of soaked ladyfingers.
  5. Add Cream Layer: Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers evenly with a spatula. Smooth it gently.
  6. Repeat: Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers on top of the cream, then cover with the remaining mascarpone cream.
  7. Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly.
  8. Finish and Serve: Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder. Add optional dark chocolate shavings or a few espresso beans for a fancy touch.

Notes

Whip cream cold and fold mascarpone mixture gently to preserve texture. Dip ladyfingers quickly to avoid sogginess. Chill overnight for best flavor and texture. For dairy-free, substitute mascarpone and cream accordingly. For non-alcoholic, replace Irish cream with vanilla extract and coffee flavoring.

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