The Best Italian Tiramisu Recipe

1. Prepare 1 cup of espresso or strong black coffee. Set aside.

For the mascarpone cream

1. Combine egg yolks and sugar, whisk until light and foamy about 5 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat and pour into the mascarpone. Beat on medium speed until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer whip cream to soft peaks. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
4. In a separate bowl, using an electric mixer beat the egg whites and sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold into the mascarpone cream.
5. Dip half of the ladyfingers very quickly into the coffee, and line the bottom of a 9x6 inch baking pan/dish.
6. Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture on top of the first layer of ladyfingers.
7.  Repeat process with the second layer of ladyfingers and cream mixture.
8. Refrigerate uncovered for 2-3 hours.
9. Dust top layer with tablespoon of cocoa powder just before serving.