Are the egg yolks safe to be eaten?

Yes! This recipe heats the egg yolks and sugar over a hot water bath to kill any bacteria that may render the egg yolks unsafe to be eaten raw. But, always make sure you use fresh eggs! As long as the eggs are fresh they will be safe.

Why did my mascarpone cream curdle?

There are a couple of reasons why the mascarpone cream may curdle: The egg yolks weren’t cooled before adding the cream: Mascarpone cream and whipped cream are both temperature-sensitive, and if added when the egg yolks are too warm, will split The mascarpone cream was overmixed when added to the egg yolks: Mascarpone cream is sensitive to being overworked, so make sure you only mix until just combined The whipped cream was over whipped, causing it to split after mixing it with the mascarpone cream: Make sure that the cream is only whipped to medium-stiff peaks, otherwise, it will split as you mix it with the mascarpone cream

Is tiramisu safe for kids to eat?

Yes! If you’re worried about the alcohol content, it is nowhere near enough to be unsafe for kids. In fact, they most likely won’t be able to detect it! That being said, if you still don’t feel comfortable with it feel free to leave it out. It’ll be equally as delicious.

How long can this be stored?

The tiramisu can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge. Make sure to keep it covered and consume it as soon as possible. As there are egg yolks and lots of dairy products it doesn’t last as long as other desserts, but I’m sure it won’t last that long anyway!

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Light ladyfingers soaked in espresso and layered between creamy egg yolk enriched mascarpone cream, topped with a generous dusting of cocoa powder this is the perfect tiramisu

Author: Catherine Zhang
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Yield: 3 x 500ml or 1 x 1.5L dish 1x
Category: Cake
Method: Intermediate
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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Ladyfingers

Approx 48 Ladyfingers, homemade or store-bought

Mascarpone Cream

6 Large egg yolks
200g Granulated sugar (1 cup)
240g Thickened/heavy whipping cream (1 cup)
500g Mascarpone cheese (17.6 oz)
3 tbsp Dark rum, marsala or frangelico

Coffee Soak

720ml Strong brewed coffee (3 cups)
3 tbsp Granulated sugar (38g)

Assembly

Cocoa powder, for dusting
Whipped cream, for decorating, optional

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Instructions

Prepare a double boiler by heating a saucepan of water over the stove until boiling. Place a large heatproof mixing bowl over the simmering water, ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water.
Add the egg yolks and granulated sugar to the bowl. Whisk constantly with an electric hand mixer until the mixture has doubled in volume and is pale and thick.
Remove the bowl from the heat. Add the rum (or your chosen liquor) and mascarpone cheese. Mix until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl whip the thickened/heavy cream with an electric mixer or stand mixer, until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated. Reserve this mascarpone cream in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the tiramisu.
Combine the brewed coffee and sugar in a bowl. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Pour the mixture into a shallow bowl and set aside until ready to use.
Choose a 1.5L baking dish or small containers of your choice.
Spread a thin layer of mascarpone cream on the base of the dish.
Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of the dish.
Spread a layer of mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
Continue layering dipped lady fingers and mascarpone cream until all the lady fingers and cream are used up, ending with a layer of mascarpone cream.
Smooth the top layer with an offset spatula and dust generously with cocoa powder. Optionally, decorate with whipped cream.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Serve chilled, and enjoy

Find it online: https://zhangcatherine.com/tiramisu/