Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that has been recreated in many different ways. It traditionally uses eggs, but this eggless tiramisu recipe is faster, easier to make – and tastes just as good as the classic. You’ll think it came out of a fancy Italian restaurant.
If you’re afraid of using raw eggs in a no-bake dessert, you need this recipe. It’s made with simple ingredients, and it tastes incredible! It is luxurious and decadently rich even though it is made without the egg.
Every bite of this ultra-creamy tiramisu is pure bliss. Rich, sweetened mascarpone cream is layered between coffee-drenched ladyfingers, dustings of cocoa powder, and garnished with chocolate curls.
There is a lovely little restaurant in Poulsbo, Washington, called Sogno di Vino, which means Dream of Wine. It is our favorite local Italian restaurant! When we asked if they would consider sharing their recipe, we were pleasantly surprised when they agreed.
The recipe is made without raw egg or alcohol, so nearly everyone can enjoy it. By eliminating raw eggs and alcohol, young children, pregnant women, and anyone with a compromised immune system will be able to eat this no-bake dessert.
For more no-bake desserts, try our peanut butter pie, our chocolate Bailey’s cheesecake, or our chocolate Nutella oatmeal bars.
Why We Love This Eggless Tiramisu Recipe
- Kid-friendly.
- Fast and easy no-bake dessert.
- No raw eggs means pregnant women can enjoy it.
The Ingredients for this Easy Tiramisu
- Lady Fingers. You can find ladyfingers in the cookie section of the grocery store or purchase them online. Homemade ladyfingers tend to be softer and can get soggy quicker than storebought cookies. If you use homemade ladyfingers, don’t let them get soggy in the coffee.
- Coffee. It just isn’t tiramisu without coffee, but we understand if you can’t have coffee. If you want a substitute, you can try chicory coffee or hot chocolate.
- Espresso powder. Espresso powder or instant coffee is optional, but it makes the coffee flavor stand out.
- Mascarpone cheese. A silky, rich Italian cream that has a texture similar to cream cheese. If you can’t find mascarpone, you can substitute it with cream cheese but it won’t taste quite the same.
- Heavy cream. Try to get 36% to 40% fat content which will whip much thicker than standard whipping cream.
- Sugar. Regular granulated sugar.
- Almond extract and vanilla extract. The almond and vanilla extract add a delicious flavor and keep this dessert alcohol-free. Go easy with the extracts, you only need a small amount.
- Cocoa powder. A light dusting on top of the dessert.
- Chocolate curls. The chocolate curls are optional but make a lovely garnish for tiramisu.
One note on the ingredients: ladyfingers are not eggless. We are calling this an eggless dessert because you do not need them to make the cream filling.
How to Make Tiramisu Without Eggs
Here is a quick overview and photos of the process for making eggless tiramisu. Scroll down to the printable recipe card for all the details.
- Combine the coffee and instant espresso in a dish and set aside.
- Make the creamy mascarpone mixture.
- Dip the ladyfingers into the coffee mixture.
- Cover the base of the dessert dish with the ladyfingers.
- Top with half of the mascarpone filling.
- Repeat to make a second layer.
- Dust with cocoa powder and top with chocolate curls for garnish.
What Makes Tiramisu Cream Runny?
Ah, the irresistible charm of tiramisu! But, the dream of this delightful egg free dessert can quickly dissolve into a mushy mess when your mascarpone cream doesn’t hold up. This usually happens when the mascarpone is over-whipped.
With its high-fat content, mascarpone can separate under too much agitation, resulting in a runny tiramisu filling. So remember, next time you’re whipping up this eggless delight, mix just long enough to combine everything. It is an easy tiramisu recipe if you watch the whip time.
Tips for Success.
- The secret to making a really good tiramisu is not letting the ladyfingers get soggy in the coffee mixture. Just a quick dip will do as they soften during this resting time.
- Let the tiramisu sit in the refrigerator to firm up for at least six hours.
- You can make this eggless dessert up to 2 days in advance.
- Chocolate curls and a sprig of mint add a dramatic finish to this awesome-tasting eggless tiramisu.
- Use an 8 x 8 inch dish for this recipe. You don’t need oven-proof dishware since this is a no-bake dessert.
What are ladyfingers?
Ladyfingers are long cookies that are made from sponge cake batter. The batter gets piped into long ‘finger’ shaped cookies and baked. When they come out of the oven they are soft and spongy on the inside but as they sit out for a few days, they get crisp.
They are relatively easy to bake but we are using store-bought ladyfingers for this dessert which are crisper than homemade ladyfingers. Since they are sponge cakes (in miniature form), they are sturdy and dry enough to absorb some liquid flavoring without getting soggy.
We dip them in a mixture of espresso coffee and almond extract for an alcohol-free dessert. If you are so inclined, you can jazz this up a bit by substituting Amaretto, rum, or Marsala wine for the almond extract.
Lady Fingers are Not Eggless
We call this an eggless dessert because you do not need to use raw eggs to make the cream filling (unlike the traditional Italian recipe). But if you can not have eggs in any form, we wanted to point out that most ladyfingers sold in the stores are made with eggs.
Chocolate Curls: Tiramisu Garnish
The chocolate curls are made by spreading melted chocolate on the bottom of a sheet pan. When it is firm scrape it with a metal spatula. If it is at the right temperature, it will turn into curls. This is a wonderful way to make chocolate curls to garnish the top of any dessert.
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If you’ve been avoiding tiramisu because it requires raw eggs, this recipe is for you. This easy-to-make eggless tiramisu tastes just as good and will satisfy your craving while staying true to the traditional flavors of Italy!
Make it for a special occasion or as a casual after-dinner dessert. You’re going to love how quick and straightforward this recipe is.
Our eggless tiramisu not only simplifies the process but delivers on the promise of luxurious, decadent flavors. With a pan, some cream, and a little sugar, you’ll whip up a tiramisu cream that’s both rich and luscious.
We’re confident you’ll find this version an easy yet elegant alternative that could rival any classic Italian tiramisu. We’d love to hear your thoughts, send us a reply in the comments below.
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Eggless Tiramisu
Ingredients
- 1-½ cups extra strong coffee (340 grams)
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 24 to 36 lady fingers depending on their size *see notes
- 2 pounds mascarpone cheese (907 grams)
- 1-½ cups heavy cream (340 grams)
- 1 cup sugar (200 grams)
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder divided
- Chocolate curls for garnish see notes
- Mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Mix coffee and espresso powder together until the espresso powder dissolves. Set the coffee mixture aside for later.
- With a hand mixer or stand mixer, mix the mascarpone, sugar, almond extract and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth and well incorporated. Add the cream and whip until thick and the mixture holds stiff peaks.
- Dip half of the lady fingers, one at a time into the coffee mixture and place them into the bottom of an 8 by 8 inch pan, forming a single layer. Work quickly and do not let the lady fingers become soggy (see notes).
- Cover the lady fingers with ½ of mascarpone mixture. Sprinkle or sift 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder on top.
- Dip the remaining lady fingers in the coffee mixture and arrange in another layer in the serving dish. Spread the rest of the mascarpone mixture on top of the lady fingers.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for 4-6 hours or overnight. Before serving dust the top with a very light dusting of cocoa powder and the prepared chocolate curls.
Notes
- Lady Fingers are sold in specialty stores and in the bakery section of many grocery stores. The bakery sections often have soft, spongy Lady Fingers and the commercial brands are usually hard and crispy. If you use a brand that is soft and spongy, dry them out in the oven at 200°F for 20 minutes prior to dipping them in the coffee mixture. If you dip them while they are still soft and fresh, they will turn into a soggy mess and fall apart.
- When dipping the lady fingers in the coffee mixture, do not submerge them or it will soak into the entire cookie and make it soggy. Simply drop them in for a second or two then roll them to the other side for 1 or 2 seconds.
- If you want an “adult” version with alcohol then add a tablespoon of amaretto or rum to the coffee mixture as well as the mascarpone mixture.
- Tiramisu can be prepared and refrigerated up to 2 days.
- For easy chocolate curls melt 4 to 5 ounces of chocolate with a tablespoon of vegetable shortening or coconut oil. Spread it on the back of a cookie sheet. Cool in the fridge until the chocolate is firm then use a metal spatula or bench scraper to push/scrape the chocolate off the cookie sheet. If the chocolate is at the right temperature and firmness it will curl up as you scrape it off the sheet.
Cicka
Tuesday 2nd of April 2024
Gospodjo Pat, kada bi ste mogli a to bi bilo sjajno , da uvedete i mere u gr i ml , da imamo izbor i da nam bude lakse u pripremi . (Mrs. Pat, if you could, and that would be great, if you could also introduce measures in gr and ml, so that we have a choice and it would be easier for us to prepare.)
Pat Nyswonger
Tuesday 2nd of April 2024
Thank you for this feedback, I have updated the recipe card to include the alternate measurements.