Terra Massoud Recipe
A luxurious Italian-inspired dessert featuring layers of mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Baking Dish
- Sifter
Ingredients
Base
- 24 Savoiardi (Ladyfingers)
- 1 1/2 cups Strong Espresso Freshly brewed, cooled
- 2 tbsp Coffee Liqueur Optional, for extra depth
Mascarpone Filling
- 4 Egg Yolks Fresh, organic preferred
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese High quality for best texture
Toppings
- 2 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder For dusting
- 1 oz Dark Chocolate Grated, for garnish
Instructions
- Brew strong espresso and let it cool to room temperature. Optionally, mix in coffee liqueur.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gently fold in mascarpone cheese until smooth.
- Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture briefly (do not oversoak).
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in a rectangular dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to set.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and garnish with grated dark chocolate.
Notes
For variations, try adding Amaretto or Marsala wine to the coffee mixture. You can also incorporate fresh berries or nuts for added texture.