Real mascarpone and strong espresso are what separate tiramisu from sweetened whipped cream on cookies. Dip the ladyfingers fast, one second per side, so they soak but do not turn to mush, and chill it a full 6 hours to set.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep30 min
Cook0 min
Makes9 servings
CuisineItalian
Cost$$
Vegetarian
Contains dairy · eggs · gluten
Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy, and a flax or aquafaba egg for the egg.
Make it gluten-free: swap in gluten-free versions of the wheat items (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for9servings
Espresso
Strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled; this is the defining flavor.
Can you make Tiramisu in an air fryer? — Not needed
No cooking needed here — this one comes together without heat, so the air fryer sits it out.
Can you freeze Tiramisu? — Not ideal
Not really — the cream, custard, or emulsion turns grainy or splits once thawed. This one is best kept fresh in the fridge.
Can you make Tiramisu ahead of time? — Yes
Yes — it needs the chill time to set, so making it ahead is the whole point.
Is Tiramisu gluten-free? — Not as written
Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in gluten-free versions of the wheat items (check the other labels too).
Is Tiramisu vegan? — Vegetarian, not vegan
It’s vegetarian but not vegan as written — it has dairy and egg. Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy, and a flax or aquafaba egg for the egg.
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