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Tiramisu

One for the Coffee Lovers!

Indulge in the classic Italian dessert of Tiramisu without breaking the bank with this budget-friendly and easy recipe! Made with simple and affordable ingredients, this homemade Tiramisu is rich, creamy, and loaded with coffee flavor. Impress your family and friends with this delicious dessert that won’t burn a hole in your wallet. So, let’s get started and make some Tiramisu magic!

Note: If you have any leftovers, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Tiramisu is typically served chilled and is best enjoyed within a day or two of making.

Servings: 8-10

Cooking time: 30-45 minutes

Cost: $9

Instructions:

  1. Brew the coffee or espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cooled coffee, 1/4 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese and remaining 1/4 cup of sugar until creamy and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
  6. Dunk each ladyfinger cookie into the coffee mixture briefly, just enough to moisten it, and arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish or individual serving dishes.
  7. Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the soaked ladyfingers.
  8. Repeat with another layer of soaked ladyfingers and top with the remaining mascarpone cream mixture.
  9. Dust the top of the Tiramisu with cocoa powder using a fine mesh sieve.
  10. Cover the baking dish or individual serving dishes with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the Tiramisu to set.
  11. Before serving, dust with additional cocoa powder if desired.
  12. Cut into slices or spoon into individual serving dishes and enjoy your budget-friendly and delicious homemade Tiramisu!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled ($0.50)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar ($0.25)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract ($0.25)
  • 2 cups mascarpone cheese ($4)
  • 2 cups heavy cream ($2)
  • 24-30 ladyfinger cookies ($2)
  • Cocoa powder, for dusting ($0.25)