In the kitchen with George from Zucchinis: This is how to make a tiramisu - a classic Italian dessert favourite
We are back in the kitchen of Batley’s Zucchinis with owner George Psarias who shows us how to make a classic tiramisu
Tiramisu Classico is the iconic Italian dessert of layered espresso-soaked sponge, creamy mascarpone and cocoa.
George says: “It is indulgent, rich and loved worldwide.”
Ingredients - serves four people
- 150ml espresso, cooled
- 3 free-range eggs, separated
- 80g sugar
- 250g mascarpone cheese
- 200g sponge fingers (savoiardi)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- Optional: grated dark chocolate for garnish
Method
- Prepare espresso and let it cool.
- Whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and thick.
- Fold in mascarpone.
- Beat egg whites to soft peaks and fold into the mixture.
- Dip sponge fingers in espresso.
- Arrange a layer in a serving dish.
- Spread over half the mascarpone mixture.
- Repeat with a second layer.
- Dust with cocoa and optional chocolate.
- Chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
To serve
Slice into portions and serve chilled.