Nina Balducci

Total Time
30 minutes, plus refrigeration
Rating
4(9)
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Ingredients

Yield:10 to 12 servings
  • 24Italian ladyfingers (see note with Il Cantinori recipe for tiramis u)
  • cups espresso, cooled
  • 6eggs, separated
  • 3tablespoons sugar
  • 1pound mascarpone
  • 2tablespoons each Marsala, triple sec and brandy
  • 1teaspoon orange extract
  • 8ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
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Nutritional analysis per serving (12 servings)

364 calories; 23 grams fat; 12 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 7 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 32 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 16 grams sugars; 8 grams protein; 208 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Dip 12 ladyfingers quickly in espresso. Arrange on flat serving platter in a row.

  2. Step 2

    Mix yolks with sugar until pale. Add mascarpone, liqueurs and extract and stir to mix thoroughly.

  3. Step 3

    Beat whites until stiff but not dry. Fold whites into mascarpone mixture.

  4. Step 4

    Spread half of mascarpone mixture on top of ladyfingers. Sprinkle with half of the chopped chocolate.

  5. Step 5

    Dip remaining ladyfingers in remaining espresso. Repeat layering with ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone mixture. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate.

  6. Step 6

    Cover lightly with foil and refrigerate at least 1 hour or as long as overnight (but it is best to make the dish about six hours before serving).

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Credits

Adapted this recipe from one taught to her by Giuliano Bugialli

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