Welcome back to yet another classic recipe today, this Tiramisu recipe without alcohol, is where we dive deep into the layers of crispy yet soft ladyfinger biscuits and cream and find how it is made. Do you know the good part is that in this no-alcohol tiramisu recipe, we also skip raw eggs, isn’t that great?
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert made of crispy and soft ladyfinger biscuits also called (savoiardi) that are dipped in coffee with a layer of mascarpone and dusted with cocoa powder. In this Tiramisu recipe without alcohol, we make our ladyfingers from scratch instead of running to stores to get one. Grab your favorite apron and let’s start making this traditional Italian dessert from scratch.
Table of contents:
- Equipment required
- Ingredients required
- Procedure
- Step-by-step picture
- Video Tutorial
- FAQ
- Recommended recipes
- Recipe Card
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What equipment do I need to make a Tiramisu recipe without alcohol?
This set of teaspoons and tablespoons is what I have been using for years now. They always come in handy when I need to measure smaller portions. Precise measurements are key to achieving a great recipe.
A few big bowls to mix the dry ingredients, and also for the sabayon.
Electric Beater or Stand Mixer: There is a lot of whipping and paddling in this recipe which will require a good quality Electric Beater or Stand Mixer. I have always used KitchenAid stand mixers at work and would like to recommend the same. It is extremely durable, and strong and gets the job done efficiently.
Piping Bag with Round Tip: To pipe the ladyfinger biscuits.
Spatula: It helps fold the cream, mascarpone, and sabayon.
Sieve: To make sure you have a lump-free dry mix ready for your ladyfinger biscuits.
Parchment Paper: Use parchment paper to keep the ladyfingers uniform and evenly sized.
Baking Sheet: A baking paper is used to bake the ladyfingers.
Kitchen Thermometer: To get the correct temperature for the syrup.
Saucepan: It is used to heat the sugar and water.
Baking Dish: To assemble the Tiramisu. You can use this baking dish. It has lasted me very long and I have made some wonderful recipes like below using the same baking dish. Check the recipes below and in the recommended recipes if you want to try them.
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What ingredients do I need to make a Tiramisu recipe without alcohol?
For the Ladyfingers:
Egg White
It provides aeration and structure to our ladyfinger biscuits making them crispy and soft in the center. The presence of albumin protein in egg white helps trap all the air while the egg white gets whipped.
Castor Sugar
It helps in stabilizing the whipped egg white foam which enhances the structure and texture of the ladyfinger biscuits. It also adds subtle flavor.
Egg Yolk
Egg yolk helps in adding richness and flavor to the biscuits. It also helps bind the flour.
Flour
Helps in creating a light structure for our ladyfingers. Once assembled it will help soak up the flavors of the Tiramisu without making the ladyfingers soggy.
Corn Flour
I have used both flour and cornflour as they help maintain the perfect crunchy texture on the outside and soft texture on the inside. It will also make the gluten strands shorter.
Vanilla
They are used here to flavor the ladyfinger biscuits.
For the Tiramisu:
Whipping Cream
Provides light airy and creamy texture in the layers when you gorge on the deliciousness. In making the sabayon it adds richness and doubles up in volume.
Water
It is used for making the sugar syrup for the sabayon.
Sugar
It helps add sweetness to the dessert while cutting out any bitterness from the coffee.
Egg Yolk
Gives a rich creamy layer to the Sabayon, and as we are not using raw eggs this yolk gets cooked with the sugar syrup.
Mascarpone
Balances the flavors of the Tiramisu with a slight tanginess and also imparts a luxurious, creamy texture, making our no alcohol Tiramisu recipe a masterpiece.
Coffee
It can’t be Tiramisu, if there ain’t any coffee. We need dark strong coffee to bring out the classic Tiramisu flavor. We will dip the ladyfinger biscuits in the coffee while assembling our Tiramisu.
Water
To make the coffee syrup.
Step by Step procedure to make Tiramisu recipe without alcohol:
Prepare the Ladyfinger Biscuits for Tiramisu recipe without alcohol a day prior
Start by whisking the egg whites using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment on medium speed until they become foamy.
Once foamy, gradually add half of the caster sugar while continuing to whisk. After adding the sugar, add the remaining half and whip the mixture at medium speed until it forms soft peaks.
Gently add the egg yolks, one by one, into the whipped egg whites while continuing to mix. Add vanilla extract. Next, fold in the dry ingredients (flour and cornflour) in two parts – first, add ⅔ of the dry mixture, then fold in the remaining ⅓. Gently fold making sure the batter does not get flattened and lose its fluffiness.
Before piping, draw lines on parchment paper according to the size of your baking dish. This ensures the ladyfingers fit your baking dish when assembling the tiramisu.
Use a large piping bag with a medium nozzle, or cut the end by half an inch. Quickly and gently pipe the batter onto the parchment paper. Dust icing sugar on top for a hint of sweetness as well as some color.
Bake: Bake at 180°C or 350°F for 10-20 minutes (depending on your oven). Mine took 25 minutes – keep an eye on them, they should be done when the edges turn golden.
Once baked, let the ladyfingers cool completely. Store them in an airtight container overnight. The ladyfinger biscuits are all crunchy on the outside with a sponge cake-like light and airy feel in the middle ready to soak up all the goodness from the tiramisu.
Prepare the Tiramisu
Using a stand mixer with the whip attachment, whip the egg yolk on medium speed until it forms firm peaks.
Make the Sabayon
While the egg yolk is getting whipped, start by heating water and sugar in a small pan until it reaches 122°C. While the syrup is heating, start whisking the egg yolks on medium speed.
Once the syrup reaches temperature, slowly pour it into the egg yolks while continuing to whisk. This creates a silky, mixture that will more than double up in size. This is known as a Sabayon.
Once the Sabayon is made, keep it aside.
Prepare the Mascarpone
Lightly paddle the mascarpone until it’s smooth and creamy. If it’s firm, heat it slightly to achieve a smooth consistency that can easily be spread.
Make the Coffee Syrup
Brew strong coffee using 10 g coffee powder and 150 ml hot water. Sweeten it with sugar and add vanilla extract to taste.
Mixing the Creamy Layers
Gently fold the sabayon(egg yolk mix) into the mascarpone, then fold in the whipped cream. The mixture should be light and airy, with a luscious texture.
Assemble the Tiramisu
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee syrup, letting it soak up some of the flavor without getting soggy.
In an 8 x 8 cm dish, arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers. Spread a generous layer of the mascarpone creamy mix on top. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers followed by more cream.
Once assembled, cover and refrigerate the tiramisu overnight to allow the flavors to intensify.
Serve and Enjoy
Dust the top with cocoa powder or grated chocolate before serving. Your tiramisu is now ready to enjoy! And if you thoroughly enjoyed your Tiramisu binge sesh then I am helping you with some quick and healthy recipes below.
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Step-by-step pictures on how to make a no-alcohol tiramisu recipe:
Frequently Asked Questions about tiramisu without alcohol recipe:
How to store no alcohol tiramisu?
You need to keep it in an airtight container in the fridge.
Why no alcohol?
I have made sure that this tiramisu without alcohol recipe is something people of all ages can indulge in which is why I have made it without any alcohol.
Why no raw egg is used in making a tiramisu recipe without alcohol?
I have used the sabayon technique that helps in cooking the egg and giving the right structure.
Why do my ladyfinger biscuits look flat?
It might have happened because of over-mixing the batter which could have led to loss of air and fluffiness.
What cheese does authentic tiramisu use?
Mascarpone is the most common variant of cheese used in making Tiramisu as it offers a slight tanginess and balances the flavors of this rich indulgent dessert.
What liquor does authentic tiramisu use?
The classic Tiramisu recipe uses ladyfinger biscuits, egg yolks, sugar, coffee, Mascarpone, and cocoa powder with some alcohol and usually Amaretto liqueur or Marsala wine or any coffee-based liqueur is used.
Is mascarpone cheese the same as cream cheese in tiramisu?
Mascarpone is the cheese that is used in making a traditional Tiramisu. It is creamy and sweet with a hint of tanginess which is perfect for making Tiramisu and there is no perfect substitute however you can either use heavy whipped cream or cream cheese or a combination of both.
Should mascarpone be cold or room temp for tiramisu?
To make sure that your attempt at making Tiramisu at home goes right, make sure you get the freshest of ingredients from the eggs to the mascarpone. The eggs and mascarpone should be at room temperature.
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Tiramisu recipe without alcohol (no raw egg!)
Try this easy step by step recipe to create a traditional rich and flavorful Tiramisu recipe with no alcohol right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
- For the ladyfingers:Egg white: 60 gmsCastor sugar: 50 gmsEgg yolk: 40 gms
- Flour: 40 gms
- Corn flour: 40 gms
- Vanilla: a teaspoonFor the tiramisu:Whipping cream: 225 ml
- Water: 30 ml
- Sugar: 90 gms
- Egg yolk: 80 gms
- Mascarpone: 230 gms
- Coffee: 10 gm
- Water: 150 ml
Directions
- Step 1 Start by whisking the egg whites using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment on medium speed until they become foamy.
- Step 2 Once foamy, gradually add half of the caster sugar while continuing to whisk. After adding the sugar, add the remaining half and whip the mixture at medium speed until it forms soft peaks.
- Step 3 Gently add the egg yolks, one by one, into the whipped egg whites while continuing to mix. Add vanilla extract. Next, fold in the dry ingredients (flour and cornflour) in two parts – first, add ⅔ of the dry mixture, then fold in the remaining ⅓. Gently fold making sure the batter does not get flattened and lose its fluffiness.
- Step 4 Before piping, draw lines on parchment paper according to the size of your baking dish. This ensures the ladyfingers fit your baking dish when assembling the tiramisu.
- Step 5 Use a large piping bag with a medium nozzle, or cut the end by half an inch. Quickly and gently pipe the batter onto the parchment paper. Dust icing sugar on top for a hint of sweetness as well as some color.
- Step 6 Bake at 180°C or 350°F for 10-20 minutes (depending on your oven). Mine took 25 minutes – keep an eye on them, they should be done when the edges turn golden.
- Step 7 Once baked, let the ladyfingers cool completely. Store them in an airtight container overnight. The ladyfinger biscuits are all crunchy on the outside with a sponge cake-like light and airy feel in the middle ready to soak up all the goodness from the tiramisu.
- Step 8 Using a stand mixer with the whip attachment, whip the egg yolk on medium speed until it forms firm peaks.
- Step 9 While the egg yolk is getting whipped, start by heating water and sugar in a small pan until it reaches 122°C. While the syrup is heating, start whisking the egg yolks on medium speed.
- Step 10 Once the syrup reaches temperature, slowly pour it into the egg yolks while continuing to whisk. This creates a silky, mixture that will more than double up in size. This is known as a Sabayon.
- Step 11 Once the Sabayon is made, keep it aside.
- Step 12 Lightly paddle the mascarpone until it’s smooth and creamy. If it’s firm, heat it slightly to achieve a smooth consistency that can easily be spread.
- Step 13 Brew strong coffee using 10 g coffee powder and 150 ml hot water. Sweeten it with sugar and add vanilla extract to taste.
- Step 14 Gently fold the sabayon(egg yolk mix) into the mascarpone, then fold in the whipped cream. The mixture should be light and airy, with a luscious texture.
- Step 15 Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee syrup, letting it soak up some of the flavor without getting soggy.
- Step 16 In an 8 x 8 cm dish, arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers. Spread a generous layer of the mascarpone creamy mix on top. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers followed by more cream.
- Step 17 Once assembled, cover and refrigerate the tiramisu overnight to allow the flavors to intensify.
- Step 18 Dust the top with cocoa powder or grated chocolate before serving. Your tiramisu is now ready to enjoy!
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