Tiramisu

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Separate six egg yolks from the whites. Combine the egg yolks with 150g of caster sugar.
  2. 2Place the egg yolk and sugar mixture in a Pyrex bowl over a small saucepan with about an inch of water, ensuring the water does not touch the bottom of the glass. Indirectly heat and whisk the mixture for 10-15 minutes until it's fully cooked, silky smooth, and the sugar has dissolved.
  3. 3Prepare the coffee mixture by combining four double shots of coffee, topping up with water, 100g of caster sugar, one shot of spiced rum, and a capful of vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. 4Dip the Savoiardi biscuits in the coffee mixture and arrange them in the bottom of a rectangular tray.
  5. 5Whip 250g of mascarpone and 600ml of double cream together until it reaches a desired consistency (slightly under-whipped is preferable).
  6. 6Once the egg and sugar mixture has cooled slightly, whisk it up a bit to thicken it, then gently fold it into the whipped mascarpone and double cream.
  7. 7Spread a layer of the cream mixture over the soaked biscuits in the tray.
  8. 8Add another layer of soaked biscuits and then another layer of the cream mixture.
  9. 9Shake the tray to flatten the top layer of cream. Cover the tray and let it set overnight in the fridge.
  10. 10Serve with cocoa powder on top.

Ingredients

  • 600 ml Double cream
  • 250 grams Mascarpone
  • 6 Eggs
  • 150 grams Caster sugar
  • Savoiardi Biscuits
  • 4 double shots Coffee
  • 100 grams Caster sugar
  • 1 shot Spiced rum
  • 1 capful Vanilla extract
  • Water
  • Cocoa powder

Equipment

Small sauce panPyrex bowlWhiskMixing bowlElectric whiskTray

Tips

  • Do not let the water touch the bottom of the glass bowl while indirectly heating eggs and sugar to prevent burning.
  • A good way to test if the egg and sugar mixture is ready is to rub it between your fingers. If it's still grainy, continue cooking.
  • Slightly under-whip the double cream and mascarpone mixture as it will continue to whip when folding in the egg mixture.
  • Soak the biscuits for a shorter period if you prefer a creamier tiramisu, as over-soaking will make it stronger.