Eggless Tiramisu Recipe with Homemade Ladyfingers - Bake with Shivesh (2024)

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Elements of eggless tiramisu Eggless Ladyfingers : The base Coffee Syrup Mascarpone Cheese & Cream Mix Cocoa Powder: The topping Tips to make the perfect eggless tiramisu Eggless tiramisu in a microwave YOU MAY ALSO LIKE FAQs References

A the classic desserts that is known in all parts of the world is a Tiramisu. Originated in Italy, the word Tiramisu actually translates to ‘pick me up’. This makes total sense because a tiramisu is a combination of such simple elements and one bite of it is sure to make you forget all your troubles. One of the main elements in this dessert are ladyfingers which are made out of eggs. But I don’t want anyone to miss out on making and devouring this dessert and that is why I want to share my recipe for an eggless tiramisu!

Trust me when I say you need to make this dessert at home. Each and every element of this eggless tiramisu is to die for. I think the best part about making this tiramisu is that we are also making eggless ladyfingers from scratch! The hardest part of making this recipe is controlling yourself from finishing the entire pan, haha!

Elements of eggless tiramisu

Like I said, there are a few elements involved in making and structuring a tiramisu. Each of these elements has to be made to perfection and to do that you need to keep a few things in mind.

Eggless Ladyfingers : The base

At the base of each tiramisu, you will find a light, spongy biscuit that is made out of the pure goodness of eggs, sugar, and all purpose flour. These biscuits also soak up all the coffee syrup that gives a tiramisu the kick in its flavor.

But since we are making an eggless tiramisu, we need to make eggless ladyfingers as well. Here, we are going to replace the eggs with some melted butter and milk. Eggless ladyfingers are not as fluffy, but they taste delicious and still have a good sponge.

Coffee Syrup

I think the coffee syrup really gives a tiramisu the perfect flavor kick. Traditionally, a tiramisu has a syrup that is made from both, espresso and a sweet red wine, Marsala. But adding alcohol is completely optional here and I love the simple coffee flavor in my tiramisu.

Mascarpone Cheese & Cream Mix

In every tiramisu, mascarpone cheese is combined with heavy cream to make it a luscious, smooth, and decadent filling. Mascarpone is actually Italian cream cheese that is made from whole cream. This means that it has a higher fat content than regular American cream cheese and is also much more rich and creamy in taste. If you’re wondering where to buy mascarpone from, I’d suggest Modern Bazaar, FoodHall or the INA market. It is also available online. The brand I use is Flanders.

Cocoa Powder: The topping

To top all of this deliciousness off, dusting cocoa powder on top is traditional. It cuts through all the sweetness of the layers and makes it a perfectly balanced dessert.

Tips to make the perfect eggless tiramisu

While making ladyfingers, keep in mind the baking time. These light and airy biscuits bake pretty quickly and you need to make sure you don’t burn them.
Always use room temperature mascarpone cheese. This makes the mascarpone soft and helps you make a really smooth filling. If you use cold mascarpone cheese, chances of the filling being lumpy are high.
Always fold your whipped cream into the mascarpone cream very lightly. We want to make this mixture airy and light so that the eggless tiramisu is not too heavy to eat.
Soak your ladyfingers in the coffee syrup well. But make sure to do this quickly. If you leave the ladyfingers in the coffee syrup for too long, they will become extremely mushy and break and you won’t be able to work with them.
Make sure to evenly layer all elements of the tiramisu so that when you cut into it, you can see all the different and distinct layers of deliciousness.
To get the most flavorful tiramisu, you need to let it rest in the fridge for an hour or so. This not only helps all flavors to merge well together, but it also helps the tiramisu set well.

Eggless tiramisu in a microwave

The only ‘baked’ part of this dessert are the eggless ladyfingers. If you don’t have an oven, you can also make these in your convection microwave! Remember that when using a convection microwave, baking time gets reduced by 25%. For example, if a cake takes 30 mins to bake in an oven, it would take 7.5 mins less in a convection microwave. So set your time accordingly.

Lots more tiramisu recipes on the blog! Check these out if you like. Eid Tiramisu-Three Decadent Layers, Tiramisu without Alcohol, and the 4 Layer Chocolate Cake Tiramisu.

It’s no secret that I love a good tiramisu. I have shared so many easy tiramisu recipes on the blog. But this recipe is my favorite because it also has a lady fingers recipe and that too eggless!If you make this recipe, or any other from my blog, don’t forget to share your pictures with me on my Instagram @shivesh17. I love seeing your recreations and what you guys make. Happy baking!

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FAQs

What is a substitute for sponge fingers in tiramisu? ›

You can substitute lady fingers with sponge cake: Or use “Pavesini” cookies: You can make a Charlotte.

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Are the ladyfingers in tiramisu supposed to be soggy? ›

(Make sure you dip for only a second—you don't want the ladyfingers to be soaked to the center or your tiramisu will end up mushy.) Depending on how you arrange the ladyfingers, you should get 19 to 20 in the dish; you may have to trim a little off the ends of the ones in the corners. 8.

What can I use instead of mascarpone cream in tiramisu? ›

You can mimic the silky, decadent consistency of mascarpone with an easy DIY recipe. To make this mascarpone substitute, mix together 12 ounces of room temperature cream cheese (1 ½ blocks) with ¼ cup of heavy whipping cream and ¼ cup of sour cream until combined.

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What is a substitute for mascarpone in a cake? ›

Crème Fraîche and sour cream bring unique tastes and handle heat like pros. Then there's ricotta, Mascarpone's flavor buddy, perfect for cheesecakes and spreads. Cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and cottage cheese are also the go-to for rich textures.

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Should ladyfingers be soft or crunchy? ›

Ladyfingers are basically mini-sponge cakes in the shape of cookies. When they're made fresh they have a soft, cake-like texture. However, store-bought varieties are often much drier and crunchier instead.

What is the best liquor for tiramisu? ›

Tiramisu can have a variety of different types of alcohol inside, however the most common alcohol in tiramisu is dark rum. Other common types of alcohol used in tiramisu is marsala wine, amaretto, or coffee liquor.

Are raw eggs OK in tiramisu? ›

Eggs in tiramisu

In most traditional tiramisu recipes, you'll find egg yolks. This adds richness and a decadent flavor to the mascarpone filling. While true classic tiramisu recipes use raw egg yolks, I prefer to cook them to eliminate the risk of salmonella, so that's what this recipe calls for.

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Why is my tiramisu so watery? ›

The other main reasons the mixture would be runny is if other liquid ingredients have been added first, or if the mascarpone has been beaten so much that it has curdled (then you will get water separating out from the cheese curds).

What is Costco tiramisu made of? ›

While a tiramisu is normally made with soaked lady fingers, this cake mostly uses coffee-soaked sponge cake with creamy mascarpone filling. It is then topped off with a sprinkle of chocolate powder, chocolate shavings or espresso beans.

What are ladyfingers called in USA? ›

Lady's fingers is an alternative English name for okra, the mucilaginous seed pods of a plant of the hollyhock family.

Do ladyfingers contain eggs? ›

Ladyfingers, or in British English sponge fingers (sometimes known by the Italian name savoiardi, Italian: [savoˈjardi], or by the French name boudoirs, French: [budwaʁ]), are low-density, dry, egg-based, sweet sponge cake biscuits roughly shaped like large fingers.

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What do we call ladyfingers in English? ›

Meaning of ladyfinger in English

a type of biscuit or cake with a long, thin shape and rounded ends, that is soft inside and hard outside and covered with sugar.

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Are ladyfingers and sponge fingers the same? ›

Ladyfingers, or in British English sponge fingers (sometimes known by the Italian name savoiardi, Italian: [savoˈjardi], or by the French name boudoirs, French: [budwaʁ]), are low-density, dry, egg-based, sweet sponge cake biscuits roughly shaped like large fingers.

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What to use instead of trifle sponges? ›

The other alternative is to use a fairly dense, plain loaf cake, such as a Madiera cake or pound cake, or a plain Victoria sponge cake. Cut the cake into slices around 1/2 cm (1/4-inch) thick and leave them on a wire rack for a day or two to dry out and stale slightly.

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Is it better to use soft or hard ladyfingers for tiramisu? ›

Wondering if you should use soft or hard ladyfingers for tiramisu? They come in both forms, but we tend to use the soft variety. Espresso powder: We use instant espresso coffee powder found in the coffee aisle at your grocery store.

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Are shortbread fingers the same as ladyfingers? ›

Shortbread is a tight crumb, crisp, and buttery cookie, yet ladyfingers are light, airy, and meringue-based. So the two are very different cookies in several ways. However, both ladyfingers and shortbread are often used in trifles and other layered desserts.