Ingredients
- 3 large organic eggs 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups mascarpone cheese 1 cup heavy whipping cream 20 sponge fingers (gluten
- free) 2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled 2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder
Instructions
- Separate the eggs, placing egg whites and yolks in separate bowls. With an electric mixer, whip egg whites until soft peaks form, then set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together sugar and egg yolks until pale and fluffy. Gradually add mascarpone cheese, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the mascarpone mixture.
- Fold in the egg whites delicately, taking care not to deflate them.
- Quickly dip sponge fingers in cooled coffee and layer them on the bottom of a trifle dish or serving platter.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the coffee soaked sponge fingers, then dust with 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder.
- Repeat layers, ending with a dusting of cocoa powder. Cover and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Chefβs Insight
For added indulgence, drizzle with a warm chocolate sauce at the time of serving.
Notes
This recipe requires a trifle dish or serving platter for layering.