The Zuccotto is a classic of Italian pastry that always makes a splendid impression at the table, thanks to its typical dome shape. It’s an architectural dessert, but with mascarpone cream and ladyfingers, it becomes creamy and comforting like a hug.
Here’s the perfect introduction for you, written in the friendly tone we love:
The Creamy Zuccotto: A Masterpiece of Simplicity
If you are looking for a dessert that combines the elegance of a pastry cake with the timeless deliciousness of tiramisu, the Zuccotto with mascarpone cream and ladyfingers is exactly what you need. This dessert, with its characteristic dome shape reminiscent of the dome of Florence Cathedral, is a true triumph of textures: a soft shell of ladyfingers that encloses a velvety and rich heart.
Don’t be fooled by its scenic look: it’s much easier to prepare than it seems! It’s the perfect dessert to prepare in advance for a special dinner or Sunday lunch. The secret lies in the resting time, which allows the flavors to blend and the structure to become perfect for slicing.
Follow me in the preparation of this zuccotto mascarpone cream and ladyfingers right after the photo, as always.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 8 People
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients for mascarpone cream and ladyfingers zuccotto
- 7 oz ladyfingers
- 3 espresso cups coffee (unsweetened)
- 2/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee
- 9 oz mascarpone
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- to taste unsweetened cocoa powder
Preparation of the mascarpone cream zuccotto
To prepare the mascarpone cream zuccotto with ladyfingers, first prepare the coffee and let it cool.
Take a small cup from the total cream to be used and heat it until it reaches the boiling point, then dissolve the instant coffee in it. Set aside to cool.
Whip the cream with powdered sugar until it reaches a stiff peak consistency, then add the small cup where you dissolved the instant coffee.
Continue to whip until you have perfectly thick whipped cream, add the mascarpone, and mix well.
Now line a bowl or mold in the shape of a zuccotto with plastic wrap.
Quickly dip the ladyfingers in the coffee and systematically line the entire inside of the bowl.
Now distribute the coffee whipped cream and level it with the back of a spoon for
a first layer.
Dip more ladyfingers, make a second layer, and cover the whipped cream.
Sprinkle the mascarpone cream on top and level it well to cover the entire surface. Then cover the mascarpone cream zuccotto with more ladyfingers dipped in coffee to cover the entire base.
Cover the ladyfingers on top with plastic wrap and place in the freezer for at least 1 hour or in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
After the resting time, your mascarpone cream and ladyfingers zuccotto is ready for the grand finale! Carefully remove the plastic wrap from the base and turn the dessert over onto a nice serving plate. At this point, also gently remove the plastic wrap that covers the ladyfingers: you will see the dome appear in all its beauty, ready to be decorated and served.
Sprinkle with unsweetened cocoa for the final touch, and enjoy this dessert with history.
You can store the dessert in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve, and sprinkle with cocoa powder just before bringing it to the table and…
ENJOY YOUR MEAL
How to Store the Mascarpone Cream Zuccotto
This mascarpone cream and ladyfingers zuccotto can be stored for 2 or 3 days in the refrigerator and up to 1 month in the freezer.
ALSO
You can flavor the mascarpone cream with the seeds of a vanilla bean, or with a teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
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