#Classic Tiramisu Valentine’s Day Recipe
**Introduction**
Delight your loved ones on Valentine’s Day with a Classic Tiramisu! This universally adored Italian dessert is an indulgent blend of creamy mascarpone, bold espresso, and delicate ladyfingers. Perfect for creating a moment of indulgence to savor with your special someone.
**Why Make This Recipe**
Tiramisu is a timeless dessert – rich yet airy, sweet with a touch of bitterness from the espresso, and it requires no baking! It’s a lovely surprise for your Valentine since it really looks like it takes more effort than it does.
**How to Make Classic Tiramisu**
**Ingredients:**
– 6 large egg yolks
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2/3 cup whole milk
– 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 8 oz mascarpone cheese
– 1 cup brewed espresso, cooled
– 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
– 24 ladyfingers
– 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
– Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, for garnish
**Directions:**
1. Combine egg yolks and sugar in a saucepan. Stir in milk. Cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Keep stirring till it boils for a minute then take off heat. Chill in the refrigerator for an hour.
2. Beat the chilled heavy cream with vanilla extract until it forms peaks. Stir in the mascarpone cheese.
3. Mix the cooled espresso and coffee liqueur in a shallow dish. Dip each ladyfinger in this mixture until it’s soaked.
4. Lay half the soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of an 8×8 inch dish. Spread half the mascarpone mixture over it. Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone.
5. Let it chill in the refrigerator either overnight or for at least 4 hours before serving.
6. Dust cocoa powder and chocolate shavings over it right before serving.
**How to Serve Classic Tiramisu**
This dessert is best served chilled. During Valentine’s Day, consider adding a romantic touch by serving it with fresh strawberries or garnishing it with heart-shaped chocolate shavings!
**How to Store Classic Tiramisu**
Classic Tiramisu can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Be sure to keep it tightly covered to prevent it from drying out.
**Tips to Make Classic Tiramisu**
When whipping the heavy cream, ensure it’s well-chilled to get the maximum volume. Beat just until stiff peaks form, overbeating can make it clumpy.
**Variation (if any)**
You could switch the espresso with matcha tea for a unique twist on the classic Tiramisu.
**FAQs**
1. **How can I make this alcohol-free?**
Just omit the coffee liqueur and use only espresso.
2. **Can I use cream cheese instead of mascarpone?**
While the traditional recipe calls for mascarpone, cream cheese can be a good alternative if mascarpone isn’t available, but the taste and texture will slightly differ.
3. **Why do I need to wait 4 hours before serving?**
This waiting period allows the flavors to meld together and lets the ladyfingers fully soak up the coffee and liqueur.