Double Chocolate Tiramisu Recipe

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Double Chocolate Tiramisu Recipe

This indulgent double chocolate tiramisu is a dreamy, creamy dessert that brings together rich layers of smooth chocolate mousse and coffee-free, cocoa-soaked ladyfingers. The texture is beautifully silky, the layering is effortless, and the result is a decadent dessert that looks stunning on any table. It requires no baking and relies entirely on simple ingredients that come together to create a luxurious, unforgettable treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided
  • 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1 bar (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 24 ladyfinger cookies (from a 7-ounce package)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cocoa Soaking Liquid

  1. In a medium heatproof bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and 1 1/2 cups very hot water until the cocoa fully dissolves.
  2. Set this mixture aside to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
    This will be the soaking liquid for the ladyfingers.

Step 2: Melt the Chocolate

  1. Place 1/4 cup of the heavy cream into a microwave-safe bowl along with the chopped semisweet chocolate.
  2. Microwave in 30–60 second increments, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool completely to room temperature.
    Cooling is important so the chocolate does not melt the cream cheese during mixing.

Step 3: Make the Chocolate Filling

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled melted chocolate, the softened cream cheese, and the sugar.
  2. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, creamy, and fully blended.
  3. Pour in the remaining heavy cream and continue beating for about 2 minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick, fluffy, and mousse-like.
  4. Refrigerate the mixture for 20–30 minutes to help it set slightly and become easier to layer.

Step 4: Assemble the Tiramisu

  1. Spread 1 cup of the chocolate filling evenly across the bottom of a 2-quart dish or similar serving pan.
  2. Dip 6 ladyfingers into the warm cocoa mixture one at a time.
    • Dip briefly—just enough to moisten—so they don’t become too soft.
  3. Arrange the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer on top of the chocolate filling.
  4. Add another 1 cup of the chocolate filling and spread it gently over the ladyfingers.
  5. Repeat the layering process until you have four layers of ladyfingers and four layers of chocolate mousse, ending with the mousse on top.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

  1. Cover the tiramisu tightly with plastic wrap.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, although overnight chilling gives the best texture.
  3. Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder for an elegant finishing touch.

Slice or scoop into portions and enjoy the rich, velvety layers of chocolate mousse paired with perfectly softened ladyfingers.

 

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