Tiramisu
INGREDIENTS
500g mascarpone cheese
2 Tbsp caster sugar
400mls freshly brewed strong coffee, cooled
2 Tbsp tia maria or kahlua (optional)
1 250g pkt savoiardi (or similar) biscuits
80g good-quality dark chocolate, grated
METHOD
Step 1
Beat the mascarpone and caster sugar in a medium mixing bowl with electric beaters until soft peaks form. Set aside.
Step 2
Combine the coffee and Tia Maria or Kahlua (if using) in a large bowl. Dip 1/2 the savoiardi biscuits quickly into the coffee mixture and then arrange over the base of a 1.25-1itre (5-cup) serving dish or six 250mls (1-cup) individual serving glasses.
Spread half the mascarpone mixture evenly over the biscuits. Dip the remaining biscuits into the coffee mixture and then arrange in a single layer over the mascarpone layer. Finish with a layer of the remaining mascarpone mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Step 3
Sprinkle with the grated chocolate just before serving.
