Tiramisu with Brandy Custard Recipe

Name: Tiramisu with Brandy Custard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 1 1/3 cups sugar; 5 tablespoons brandy; 1 1/2 pounds mascarpone cheese*; 1 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup instant espresso powder; 3/4 cup chilled whipping cream; 44 (about) crisp Italian ladyfinger cookies (from two 7-ounce packages)**; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1
Fill large bowl with ice water.
2
Whisk eggs and 1/3 cup sugar in medium metal bowl set over saucepan of simmering water.
3
Whisk constantly until thermometer registers 160F, about 10 minutes.
4
Set custard over bowl of ice water and whisk until cool.
5
Mix in brandy.
6
Whisk mascarpone in another large bowl to loosen.
7
Fold in custard.
8
Bring 1 1/2 cups water to simmer in medium saucepan.
9
Add 1 cup sugar and espresso powder; whisk until sugar dissolves.
10
Mix in cream.
11
Refrigerate until cold.
12
Submerge 3 cookies in chilled espresso-cream mixture for 5 seconds.
13
Place cookies on bottom of 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
14
Working in batches, repeat with enough remaining cookies to just cover bottom of dish.
15
Spread half of mascarpone mixture over cookies.
16
Repeat soaking process with remaining cookies, placing them in single layer atop mascarpone mixture.
17
Spread remaining mascarpone mixture over cookies.
18
Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
19
Whisk cocoa and powdered sugar in small bowl to blend.
20
Sift sweetened cocoa over top of dessert.
21
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
22
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
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Keep refrigerated.)
24
*Available at Italian markets and many supermarkets.
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**Available at Italian markets and some supermarkets.

1364

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Fat

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large eggs, 1 1/3 cups sugar, 5 tablespoons brandy, 1 1/2 pounds mascarpone cheese*, and more.

Yes, Tiramisu with Brandy Custard falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tiramisu with Brandy Custard

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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