easy egg free tiramisu recipe

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert of coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with creamy mascarpone. This easy egg-free tiramisu skips the eggs, so there is no cooking and no raw egg worries, and it comes together in about 20 minutes. Just chill it for at least two hours or overnight and let the ladyfingers soften into cake-like layers.

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Easy Egg-Free Tiramisu RecipeIngredients

This easy egg-free tiramisu skips the eggs, so there is no cooking and no raw egg worries,

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz mascarpone cheese slightly softened
• 1 cup cold heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ⅓ cup powdered sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 20 to 24 crisp ladyfingers
• 1 cup strong coffee or espresso cooled
• 1 to 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

• Whip the cream. In a chilled bowl, whip the cold cream to medium-stiff peaks. Set aside.
• Mix the mascarpone. In a large bowl, stir the mascarpone, vanilla, powdered sugar and salt just until smooth. Don’t overbeat, or it can turn grainy.
• Make the cream. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone in two additions until combined and fluffy.
• Dip the ladyfingers. Dip each one in the coffee for 1 to 2 seconds per side. Shake off the excess so they don’t turn soggy.
• Layer. Arrange half the ladyfingers in the base of an 8-inch square dish. Spread half the cream over the top.
• Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers and cream. Smooth the top.
• Chill. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. For the best texture and cleaner slices, chill 6 hours or overnight.
• Dust with sifted cocoa powder just before serving.
• Tips for the Best Egg-Free Tiramisu
• Use cold cream and a chilled bowl for the fluffiest whipped cream.
• Dip ladyfingers quickly. Longer dipping makes them mushy.
• Fold gently so the cream stays light and airy.
• Make it a day ahead. The flavor and texture improve overnight.

Notes

If mascarpone not available substitute with cream cheese.

Tips for the Best Egg-Free Tiramisu

• Use cold cream and a chilled bowl for the fluffiest whipped cream.
• Dip ladyfingers quickly. Longer dipping makes them mushy.
• Fold gently so the cream stays light and airy.
• Make it a day ahead. The flavor and texture improve overnight.

Substitutions

• No mascarpone?
• Use full-fat cream cheese, beaten smooth with an extra 1 to 2 tbsp powdered sugar and a splash more cream to soften the tang.
• Decaf version:
• Use strong decaf coffee.
• Gluten-free:
• Use gluten-free ladyfingers or thin sponge slices.

FAQ

Can you make tiramisu without eggs?

Yes. The mascarpone and whipped cream give it the same silky, rich texture without eggs.

Does egg-free tiramisu taste different?

It is a little lighter and creamier, with a clean mascarpone flavor that lets the coffee and vanilla shine.

How long does it keep?

Up to 3 days, covered, in the fridge.

Can I freeze it?

Yes, for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and add the cocoa just before serving.

What kind of coffee is best?

Strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled completely so it doesn’t melt the cream.