Egg-Free Ricotta Tiramisu (No Eggs)
An easy tiramisu recipe without eggs, egg whites, or egg yolks, made with just a few ingredients: ricotta cheese, mascarpone cheese, ladyfingers, cocoa powder, strong coffee, dark chocolate, sponge fingers (ladyfinger biscuits), Marsala all'uovo (or regular Marsala wine or any other fortified wine), and cream.
Servings :6 people
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric whisk (or hand mixer)
- Shallow bowl for soaking ladyfingers
- Rubber spatula
- Fine sieve (for dusting cocoa)
- Square or rectangular dish
- Plastic wrap
- Optional: piping bag for decoration
Ingredients
Coffee Mixture:
- 1 ½ cups strong espresso or brewed coffee, cooled
- 4 tbsp Italian Marsala wine (or rum/Kahlúa, optional)
Cream Mixture:
- 250 grams mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 150 grams ricotta cheese, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Assembly:
- 200–250 grams Savoirdi biscuits (ladyfingers)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- Optional: shaved dark chocolate for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the coffee mixture
- Brew espresso or strong coffee and let it cool.Stir in Marsala wine or your chosen liqueur.Tip: Add liqueur to cooled coffee to taste — no sugar needed.
Make the cream
- Whisk mascarpone on low speed until smooth.Gradually add 1–2 tablespoons ricotta, whisk lightly, then fold in the remaining ricotta with a spatula.Tip: This prevents the mascarpone from breaking and ensures a smooth, creamy texture.
Soak the ladyfingers
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture for 1–2 seconds.Tip: Don’t over-soak — they should absorb flavor but remain firm.
Assemble the tiramisu
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of your dish.Spread a layer of mascarpone-ricotta cream on top.Repeat with remaining ladyfingers and cream for a second layer.Optional: sprinkle a little cocoa powder between layers.
Chill and finish
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.Just before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and add shaved dark chocolate if desired.Optional: use a piping bag for whipped cream decoration.
Notes
Tips
- Use room temperature mascarpone and ricotta for a smooth, creamy texture.
- Strong coffee is essential for authentic flavor.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers to prevent sogginess.
- Layer evenly for professional appearance and perfect texture.
- Chill well to let flavors meld — overnight is best.
- Experiment with different liqueurs (Marsala, rum, Kahlúa) for subtle variations.
Notes
- Marsala all’uovo contains eggs; substitute with egg-free liqueur for a fully egg-free dessert.
- This recipe can be made a day ahead — flavors improve with time.
- For extra flair, sprinkle shaved dark chocolate or use a piping bag to pipe extra cream before serving.
Why This Egg-Free Ricotta Tiramisu Works
This recipe delivers the classic tiramisu experience without raw eggs. The mascarpone-ricotta cream is creamy but light, coffee-soaked ladyfingers form perfect layers, and the cocoa topping balances sweetness with gentle bitterness. Ideal for dinner parties, festive meals, or simple indulgence at home.Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 376kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 9gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 102mgPotassium: 142mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 880IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 1mg
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