Tiramisu

• 24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
• 16 oz mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
• 4 eggs (separated)
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 ½ cup strong espresso (cooled)
• 2 tbsp dark rum or coffee liqueur
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
• 2 oz dark chocolate (shaved, optional)

How to Make It

1. 1

   Beat egg yolks and sugar with a hand mixer until pale and thick, about 3 minutes. Fold in mascarpone until smooth.

2. 2

   In a clean bowl, beat egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold into mascarpone mixture.

3. 3

   Combine espresso and rum in a shallow bowl.

4. 4

   Quickly dip each ladyfinger in espresso (1-2 seconds per side) and arrange in a single layer in a 9x13 dish.

5. 5

   Spread half the mascarpone cream over ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining cream.

6. 6

   Dust generously with cocoa powder. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve cold.