This tiramisu recipe is as delicious and indulgent as they come! This version is made with homemade lady fingers and no eggs! Your friends and family will love this recipe!

Tiramisu on a white cake platter with a gray towel and coffee beans underneath the platter

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that combines coffee dipped ladyfingers with a lightly sweetened mascarpone cream. If you’re looking for an eggless version of this delectable treat, you’re in luck! I’m sharing a simple and mouthwatering recipe for eggless tiramisu that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful dessert!

Originating from the northern regions of Italy, tiramisu has a rich history and cultural significance that adds to its allure as a beloved Italian dessert. The exact origin of tiramisu is still debated, but it is widely believed to have emerged in the late 17th to early 18th century.

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Tiramisu Ingredients

Ladyfingers – this recipe makes homemade ladyfingers, you can purchase store bought ones if you would prefer
Mascarpone – a creamy, sweet cheese that is the main ingredient in the filling for tiramisu. Drain off any excess water from the cheese prior to using it in the filling
Instant Coffee – feel free to use decaf if you would prefer, especially having this after dinner. You are also welcome to use espresso, you want the coffee to be pretty strong
Liqueur – use your favorite coffee liqueur, or rum, brandy, or bourbon. The alcohol can be completed omitted for a non-alcoholic dessert
Cocoa Powder – this is optional, but to stick with a normal tiramisu, lightly dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder

How to Make Tiramisu

Make the Ladyfingers: Combine the butter and sugar in a bowl and whisk until it is creamy. Mix in the yogurt, water, and vanilla extract. Now sift in the remaining dry ingredients until combined. Place the batter into a piping bag. Pipe the batter into thick stripes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Let cool.

Make the Mascarpone Cream: Combine the coffee and cream in a bowl and let sit for 10 minutes. Place the mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar into a bowl, whisk until smooth. Add the coffee cream mixture to the mascarpone and whisk again until everything is combined.

For the Coffee Mixture: Add all ingredients to a bowl and mix until it is well combined.

Tiramisu Tips & Tricks

Feel free to use any liqueur that you prefer, like rum, brandy, bourbon, or your favorite coffee liqueur. You could also omit the alcohol all together and still have a delicious dessert.
These lady figures can be made a couple of days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
No time to bake? You can purchase the ladyfingers at most grocery stores and then start the recipe with the mascarpone cream step.
In place of the cocoa powder, you can serve finely-shaved dark chocolate on top of the tiramisu.

Tiramisu Variations

Berry Infused Tiramisu – Infuse your tiramisu with vibrant flavors by adding a layer of fresh berries, such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries, between the layers of mascarpone cream and ladyfingers. You can also macerate the berries in a bit of sugar and liqueur for an extra burst of flavor.

Chocolate Delight Tiramisu- Add a chocolatey twist to your tiramisu by incorporating grated dark chocolate or cocoa powder into the mascarpone cream. Layer chocolate-flavored ladyfingers or even chocolate cake instead of traditional ladyfingers for an indulgent treat.

Salted Caramel Tiramisu– Drizzle caramel sauce between the layers and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over each layer for a delightful contrast of flavors. This is perfect if you love sweet and salty flavors like I do!