Best 4 Ladyfingers For Tiramisu Recipes

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Ladyfingers, also known as savoiardi, are a type of light, airy biscuit that is often used in the Italian dessert tiramisu. They are characterized by their long, finger-like shape and their delicate, slightly sweet flavor. Ladyfingers are typically made with a mixture of egg yolks, sugar, flour, and whipped egg whites, and they can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as vanilla, almond, or lemon. They are then baked until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, but soft and airy on the inside.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LADYFINGERS



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To make Chocolate Lady Fingers, substitute 3/4 cup all-purpose flour plus 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for the all-purpose flour.

Provided by Roxanne Shepphird

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 eggs, separated
⅔ cup white sugar
⅞ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Line two 17 x 12 inch baking sheets with baking parchment. Fit large pastry bag with a plain 1/2 inch round tube.
  • Place egg whites in bowl and beat on high until soft peaks start to form. Slowly add 2 tablespoons of the sugar and continue beating until stiff and glossy. In another bowl beat egg yolks and remaining sugar. Whip until thick and very pale in color.
  • Sift flour and baking powder together on a sheet of wax paper. Fold half the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture. Fold in flour, and then add the remaining egg whites. Transfer mixture to pastry bag and pipe out onto prepared baking sheet. Bake 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 11 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

LEMON TIRAMISU



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I created this lemon tiramisu to please everyone in my family. It's a cross between cheesecake and tiramisu with a refreshing lemony flavor. Garnish with fresh berries if you have them on hand. -Monica Marolt, Willowick, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
1 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2/3 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons sugar
24 crisp ladyfinger cookies
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Beat first 5 ingredients on medium speed until blended, 2-3 minutes (do not overbeat)., Whisk lemon juice and sugar in a shallow bowl until sugar is dissolved. Quickly dip 8 ladyfingers into lemon juice, allowing excess to drip off; place in a single layer in an 8-in. square dish. Spread a third of the mascarpone mixture over top. Repeat layers twice., Sprinkle with lemon zest. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 272mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CLASSIC TIRAMISU



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Classic Italian dessert made with ladyfingers and mascarpone cheese. It can be made in a trifle bowl or a springform pan.

Provided by Carol

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 egg yolks
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 ¼ cups mascarpone cheese
1 ¾ cups heavy whipping cream
2 (12 ounce) packages ladyfingers
⅓ cup coffee flavored liqueur
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
1 (1 ounce) square semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Combine egg yolks and sugar in the top of a double boiler, over boiling water. Reduce heat to low, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and whip yolks until thick and lemon colored.
  • Add mascarpone to whipped yolks. Beat until combined. In a separate bowl, whip cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold into yolk mixture and set aside.
  • Split the lady fingers in half, and line the bottom and sides of a large glass bowl. Brush with coffee liqueur. Spoon half of the cream filling over the lady fingers. Repeat ladyfingers, coffee liqueur and filling layers. Garnish with cocoa and chocolate curls. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • To make the chocolate curls, use a vegetable peeler and run it down the edge of the chocolate bar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 568.3 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 302.9 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 112.7 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

CLASSIC TIRAMISù



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Done correctly, a classic tiramisù can be transcendent. A creamy dessert of espresso-soaked ladyfingers surrounded by lightly sweetened whipped cream and a rich mascarpone, tiramisù relies heavily on the quality of its ingredients. If you don't have a barista setup at home, pick up the espresso at a local coffee shop, or use strongly brewed coffee. As for the ladyfingers, make your own or buy them, but keep in mind that store-bought varieties can range from soft and spongy (like angel food cake) to hard and crunchy (like biscotti). Both kinds will work here, but if you're using the softer variety, stick to a light brushing of espresso, instead of a deep dip.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, custards and puddings, dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large egg yolks
1/2 cup/100 grams granulated sugar, divided
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup/227 grams mascarpone (8 ounces)
1 3/4 cups good espresso or very strong coffee
2 tablespoons rum or cognac
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
About 24 ladyfingers (from one 7-ounce/200-gram package)
1 to 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, for shaving (optional)

Steps:

  • Using an electric mixer in a medium bowl, whip together egg yolks and 1/4 cup/50 grams sugar until very pale yellow and about tripled in volume. A slight ribbon should fall from the beaters (or whisk attachment) when lifted from the bowl. Transfer mixture to a large bowl, wiping out the medium bowl used to whip the yolks and set aside.
  • In the medium bowl, whip cream and remaining 1/4 cup/50 grams sugar until it creates soft-medium peaks. Add mascarpone and continue to whip until it creates a soft, spreadable mixture with medium peaks. Gently fold the mascarpone mixture into the sweetened egg yolks until combined.
  • Combine espresso and rum in a shallow bowl and set aside.
  • Using a sifter, dust the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish (an 8x8-inch dish, or a 9-inch round cake pan would also work here) with 1 tablespoon cocoa powder.
  • Working one at a time, quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture -- they are quite porous and will fall apart if left in the liquid too long -- and place them rounded side up at the bottom of the baking dish. Repeat, using half the ladyfingers, until you've got an even layer, breaking the ladyfingers in half as needed to fill in any obvious gaps (a little space in between is O.K.). Spread half the mascarpone mixture onto the ladyfingers in one even layer. Repeat with remaining espresso-dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
  • Dust top layer with remaining tablespoon of cocoa powder. Top with shaved or finely grated chocolate, if desired.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and let chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (if you can wait 24 hours, all the better) before slicing or scooping to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 381, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 166 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

Tips:

- Use fresh eggs: Fresh eggs will give your ladyfingers a light and airy texture. - Whip the egg whites until they are stiff: This will help to incorporate air into the batter and make the ladyfingers light and fluffy. - Fold the egg whites into the batter gently: Overmixing will deflate the egg whites and make the ladyfingers tough. - Pipe the batter onto a baking sheet: This will help to create uniform ladyfingers. - Bake the ladyfingers until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through. - Let the ladyfingers cool completely before using them: This will help to prevent them from breaking.

Conclusion:

Ladyfingers are a versatile cookie that can be used in a variety of desserts. They are a classic ingredient in tiramisu, but they can also be used in trifles, parfaits, and other desserts. With a few simple tips, you can make delicious ladyfingers at home. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give ladyfingers a try!

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