Tiramisu is the ultimate Italian dessert, known for its creamy texture, rich coffee flavor, and subtle sweetness. While traditional recipes make large portions, sometimes you just crave a single serving of this delightful treat. This easy recipe ensures you can enjoy homemade tiramisu anytime without the hassle of making a full batch.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Perfect for portion control

No baking required

Simple ingredients & quick assembly

Rich, creamy, and coffee-infused goodness

Ingredients:

8 oz mascarpone cheese

1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1/3 cup sugar

1/2 cup heavy cream

Ladyfinger cookies

4 shots espresso or 1 cup black coffee (room temperature)
Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions:

Prepare the Cream Mixture In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, sugar, and heavy cream until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy.
Dip & Layer the Ladyfingers Quickly dip the ladyfinger cookies into the room-temperature espresso. Be careful not to soak them—just a quick dip to absorb the coffee flavor without becoming soggy. Layer the dipped ladyfingers
into your chosen serving dish. The number of cookies will depend on the size of your dish, but 4-5 per row usually works well.

Add the Creamy Layer Spread a generous layer of the whipped mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Then, repeat steps 2 and 3 to create a second layer of coffee-soaked biscuits and cream.
Chill for Perfection Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, but for the best results, let it sit overnight. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a decadent, melt-in-your-mouth tiramisu.