Birramisù

Name: Birramisù
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Fresh liquid cream 1.3 cups; Mascarpone cheese ¼ cup; Ladyfingers 12; Unsweetened cocoa powder to taste; Beer 2 oz; Egg yolks 6; Sugar; Coffee 0.8 cup; Sugar 4 tbsp; Beer 7 oz

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679

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 679
Carbohydrates g 71.5
of which sugars g 61.5
Protein g 13.3
Fats g 35.6
of which saturated fat g 17.77
Fiber g 2.7
Cholesterol mg 543
Sodium mg 161

Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Golden layers and a soft, moist bite make birramisu a fun take on a classic Italian dessert that really stands out at family get-togethers. Big flavor comes through thanks to the bold twist—using real IPA beer right alongside creamy mascarpone cheese and those famous tiramisu layers. Everyone notices the nice blend of sweet, creamy, and just-DELICIOUS beer notes all in one bite, while the look stays familiar with chocolatey topping that signals dessert is finally here. Expect lots of smiles and a few raised eyebrows when the boozy dessert flavor comes through...it's a real conversation starter, especially when folks find out it's not just any tiramisu but a proper beer tiramisu. Whether you go fancy with glasses or rustic and serve in mugs, this dessert just makes people want to grab a spoon—nice to see on holiday tables or for casual dinners with friends because it feels new and yet pretty classic all at once.

Busy families appreciate a dessert like birramisu for its friendly appeal—it works just as well for backyard BBQs as it does for birthdays or relaxed Sunday nights. There’s a lot to love about the great combo of rich zabaglione, creamy mascarpone cheese, and lively IPA beer flavor since each layer stays sweet and familiar. Variations with different beers add even more fun; it’s easy to swap styles or pick a favorite for your crowd (kids can join in with a non-alcoholic version, too). Add a dusting of cocoa or shaved chocolate for a really good finish and you’ve got a dessert that guests remember for being both tasty and just a bit unexpected. Family cooks turn to this one because it feels special, it’s reliable, and it looks awesome on the table—so it joins the ranks of real go-to tiramisu variations when you want to mix things up without fuss. One bite, and people tend to ask for seconds...fluffy, nice, and always a little bit surprising, birramisu proves any gathering gets better with a twist on the usual dessert table.

INGREDIENTS

679

Calories per serving

Fresh liquid cream 1.3 cups (300 ml)

Mascarpone cheese ¼ cup (60 g)

Ladyfingers 12

Unsweetened cocoa powder to taste

for the beer zabaglione: Beer 2 oz (60 ml); Egg yolks 6; Sugar (120 g)

for the soak: Coffee 0.8 cup (200 ml); Sugar 4 tbsp (50 g); Beer 7 oz (200 ml)

Preparation

How to prepare Birramisù

To start, prepare the soak: place a small pot on the stove with the beer 1 and add the sugar 2. When the sugar is completely dissolved, add the coffee 3 and leave the liquid on the stove until the alcohol from the beer has evaporated.

Meanwhile, whip the cream 4 and soften the mascarpone with a spatula 5. Gradually and gently fold the cream 6 into the mascarpone, and once perfectly combined, store in the refrigerator.

Now, proceed with preparing the beer zabaglione: using a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the egg yolks with the sugar 7 until the mixture is pale and frothy. Slowly add the beer 8 at room temperature and continue beating until fully incorporated. Pour your cream into a saucepan with a handle and place it in a bain-marie inside a larger pot filled with hot water up to 1/3. Meanwhile, continue stirring with an electric whisk for 10-15 minutes until the cream is thick and fluffy 9.

Add the beer cream to the mascarpone and cream mixture 10 little by little with circular movements from top to bottom, so as not to deflate it. The cream for the beeramisu is ready. Dip the ladyfingers in the soak 11 (make sure not to soak them too much) and form the first layer. Cover the ladyfingers with a layer of beer cream 12 and smooth it out well with a teaspoon. Dust the entire surface with bitter cocoa. Then, arrange the second layer of ladyfingers and cover again with the cream. Finish everything with a generous dusting of bitter cocoa.

Advice

To assemble the Beeramisu, you can use single-serving cups or a classic glass baking dish.

Trivia

Oktoberfest is one of the most well-known folk festivals in the world. Every year, for 16 days (the last week of September, first week of October) in Munich, many people gather to taste the six historically recognized best beers in the area. Since 1810, it has been one of the most anticipated events, only canceled during times of severe crisis, such as during the first and second world wars.