Decadent Chocolate Tiramisu

Brew 1 cup of strong coffee and allow it to cool. You can add a little sugar to the coffee if you prefer a sweeter base.

Make the Mascarpone Cream:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. You can use an electric mixer to speed up this process.

Layer the Tiramisu:
Dip each ladyfinger cookie into the cooled coffee for just a second (don’t soak them too long). Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a rectangular or square baking dish.

Add the Mascarpone Cream:
Spoon a generous layer of the mascarpone cream mixture over the ladyfingers, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Repeat the Layers:
Repeat the process—add another layer of soaked ladyfingers followed by the mascarpone cream. Finish with a final layer of cream.

Chill:
Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours (overnight is best) to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up.

Garnish and Serve:
Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder and garnish with dark chocolate shavings for an added touch of indulgence.

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