By: Somdatta Saha
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Literally meaning 'pick me up' in Italian, tiramisu was invented to be an aphrodisiac, consumed after a long day or heavy meal.
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Typically, Tiramisu uses ingredients including eggs, sugar, cream cheese, sponge cake or biscuits, coffee and cocoa.
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Traditionally, mascarpone cheese and alcohol are used in the making of Tiramisu.
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Whip egg yolk with icing sugar. Fold in the mascarpone cheese and whipped cream and keep it aside.
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Prepare a mix of espresso coffee, sugar and liquor if you wish to add. Keep this aside as well.
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Cut small squares of sponge cake, dip into coffee mixture and layer in an empty cup.
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Spread a layer of the mascarpone mixture over it. Alternate between the two layers till the dish is full.
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Once you are done, dust it with cocoa powder and refrigerate for an hour. Enjoy fresh.
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Tips to make the perfect portion of tiramisu
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