This is an eggless tiramisu recipe without shop-bought sponge fingers, so anyone following an egg-free diet can enjoy it. Add dark rum or whiskey to the espresso for a dessert that’s a little more celebratory. Make this tiramisu a day ahead and allow to sit in the fridge overnight for the very best flavours and textures.
This Millionaire’s Tiramisu is…
Eggless Nut free Free from shop-bought sponge fingers (made with egg) Perfect for parties and celebrations
What is Italian Tiramisu?
The traditional recipe for Italian Tiramisu is made with ladyfingers soaked in espresso and a liqueur or wine, such as Marsala. These are covered with cream made with raw egg yolk, mascarpone and sugar. The fluffy, creamy dessert is finished off with cocoa powder.
What is Millionaire’s Tiramisu?
This decadent dessert is the perfect marriage between Italian Tiramisu and the great British favourite, millionaire’s shortbread. Millionaire’s shortbread, also sometimes called caramel shortbread, is a delicious bar cookie with layers of rich, chocolatey flavour and texture. Here’s the breakdown:
Base: It all starts with a buttery and crumbly shortbread crust. Caramel: A layer of decadent caramel sits on top of the shortbread. This caramel can be homemade or shop-bought. Chocolate: The final layer is a luxurious coating of milk chocolate, although some recipes use dark chocolate or even white chocolate.
The combination of these three layers is what makes millionaire’s shortbread so popular. It’s a textural delight with the crumbly shortbread base giving way to the gooey caramel and then the smooth chocolate. The name “millionaire’s shortbread” reflects the richness of the dessert, implying it’s a more decadent version of plain shortbread. Here are some additional details about millionaire’s shortbread:
It is believed to have originated in Scotland. There are many variations on the recipe, with some people adding nuts, sea salt, or different flavours of chocolate. It’s a relatively easy dessert to make at home, although you can also find it pre-made in bakeries.
How many does this Millionaire’s Tiramisu recipe serve?
Comfortably feed 10-12 people using this recipe for Millionaire’s Tiramisu.
Can I make Tiramisu ahead of time?
Yes. In fact, you should allow it to rest in the fridge for at least 12 hours prior to serving so that the cream and espresso-soaked sponge can soak and marry together. I recommend covering and chilling the tiramisu in the fridge for 24 hours, or up to 72 hours. You can also make the sponge a few days ahead of time. Keep it in the fridge. It’s okay if it dries out a little since you will be soaking it in espresso anyway.
Step-by-step instructions for Millionaire’s Tiramisu
1. Make the chocolate sponge
Pre-heat the oven and grease/line your baking tin. Whisk together the wet ingredients for the sponge and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Sift the dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Add the milk mixture and beat until smooth. Bake the sponge until springy to the touch. Allow to cool before turning out and cutting into fingers.
2. Prepare the espresso
Stir the espresso powder and water together in a bowl. Add optional liqueur.
3. Crush the shortbread biscuits
Use the end of a rolling pin to crush up the shortbread biscuits. They should look coarse and pebbly, not fine.
4. Melt and stir the salted caramel
Melt the caramel in a microwave-safe bowl until just warm. Stir in the sea salt. Set aside and allow to cool.
5. Whip the mascarpone and cream
Briefly beat the mascarpone, cream and sugar until smooth like a thickly-whipped cream. Do not over beat.
6. Layer up the Tiramisu
Dip the sponge fingers into the espresso mixture (briefly) and arrange six in a single layer in the base of a deep serving dish. Top with half of the whipped mascarpone cream, half of the shortbread and half of the caramel. Repeat the layering process once more. Finish with a generous dusting of cocoa powder.
7. Refrigerate before serving
Wrap the tiramisu in cling film and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or up to 72 hours. Serve chilled.
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Once assembled, cover with a few layers of cling film and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, or up to 72 hours before serving.Omit the sea salt and use your favourite shop-bought salted caramel sauce in place of caramel, if desired.Use shop-bought chocolate sponge cake, if desired.Keep refrigerated.No suitable for home freezing.
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