Description
Millionaire’s Tiramisu is a decadent twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, a luscious mascarpone and whipped cream filling, and a generous drizzle of rich caramel sauce. This no-bake dessert is elegantly finished with cocoa powder and optional chocolate shavings, making it a perfect indulgence for special occasions or an impressive treat for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Layers
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
- 20-24 ladyfingers
Topping
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
- Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Whip and prepare filling: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks ensuring a light and airy texture. In another bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Combine mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated and creamy, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Prepare coffee dip: In a shallow dish, stir together the cooled brewed coffee and coffee liqueur if using, blending the flavors.
- Dip ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture; avoid soaking them too long to maintain the ideal texture and prevent sogginess.
- First layering: Arrange a layer of the dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish, creating an even base for the dessert.
- Add mascarpone layer: Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the first layer of ladyfingers.
- Second layering: Repeat the dipping process and layer another set of dipped ladyfingers atop the mascarpone cream.
- Top with remaining cream: Spread the remaining mascarpone cream over the second layer of ladyfingers to complete the layered structure.
- Drizzle caramel: Generously drizzle the caramel sauce over the top mascarpone layer to add a rich, sweet element.
- Refrigerate: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
- Final garnish: Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and optionally garnish with chocolate shavings for an elegant and delicious finish.
Notes
- Use strong brewed coffee for a bold flavor or espresso for a more intense coffee taste.
- The coffee liqueur is optional but adds an extra depth of flavor to the dessert.
- Ladyfingers should be dipped quickly; soaking too long will result in soggy layers.
- This tiramisu can be prepared a day in advance to enhance flavor development.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the coffee liqueur.
- Caramel sauce can be store-bought or homemade depending on preference.
