Orange Tiramisu

Orange Tiramisu is a citrusy twist on the classic Italian dessert. Here’s how to prepare this delicious version.

Ingredients

• 4 egg yolks
• 100 g of sugar
• 500 g of mascarpone
• 300 ml of fresh orange juice
• 1 untreated orange (grated zest)
• Ladyfinger biscuits as needed
• Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
• Optional: orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau) for flavoring

Preparation

1. In a bowl, beat the egg yolks with the sugar until you have a light and frothy mixture.
2. Incorporate the mascarpone into the egg yolk and sugar mixture, gently mixing until you have a uniform cream.
3. Add the grated zest of an orange to flavor the cream.
4. In a deep plate, pour the orange juice and, if desired, add a bit of orange liqueur.
5. Dip the ladyfinger biscuits quickly into the orange juice, being careful not to soak them too much.
6. Create a layer of dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of a baking dish or suitable container.
7. Overlap a layer of mascarpone cream, then continue alternating layers until all ingredients are used up.
8. Finish with a layer of mascarpone cream.
9. Cover the dessert with cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours. This will allow the flavors to blend together optimally.
10. Before serving, dust the tiramisu with unsweetened cocoa powder.

Trivia

Tiramisu is a relatively recent dessert in the history of Italian cooking, with the first versions dating back to the mid-20th century. Originating from the Veneto region, it has earned a place of honor in Italian cuisine and has inspired countless variations, like the one I just described to you.