Ingredients
Method
Make the brownie base
- Melt the chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave until smooth.
- Stir in the sugar, vanilla, and espresso.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a parchment-lined 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Press the ladyfingers lightly into the batter, then smooth the top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes, until the center is just slightly fudgy. Let cool completely.
Make the tiramisu cream
- Beat the egg yolks with half of the powdered sugar until pale and creamy. Fold in the mascarpone.
- In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites with the remaining powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped whites into the mascarpone mixture.
Assemble
- Spread the tiramisu cream evenly over the cooled brownie base.
- Chill for at least 4 hours (ideally overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the cream to set.
- Just before serving or photographing, dust generously with cocoa powder.
