Maple Syrup Tiramisu

Ingredients:

• For the coffee-infused maple syrup:

  • 120 ml of pure maple syrup
  • 120 ml of hot water
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee or strong espresso

• For the mascarpone mixture:

  • 500 g mascarpone
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 50 g caster sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 240 ml of crème fraîche

• Others:

  • 200 g of sponge fingers
  • Cocoa powder for dusting
  • Chocolate chips or dark chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Syrup :

   • Dissolve the coffee in hot water, then mix with the maple syrup. Let cool to room temperature.

2. Prepare the Mascarpone Mixture:

   • In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until the mixture is smooth and pale.
   • Add the mascarpone and vanilla, and continue beating until combined.
   • In another bowl, whip the crème fraîche until stiff peaks form.
   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture to keep the mixture airy.

3. Assemble the Tiramisu:

   • Quickly dip the ladyfingers in the coffee-infused maple syrup, soaking them just enough so that they become moist without falling apart.
   • Place a layer of soaked biscuits on the bottom of a serving dish.
   • Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the cookies.
   • Repeat the layers one more time, finishing with a layer of mascarpone.

4. Refrigerate:

   • Cover the tiramisu and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to blend.

5. Serve:

   • Just before serving, dust the tiramisu with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate chips or shavings.
   • Serve chilled for an irresistibly delicious dessert.

This maple syrup tiramisu offers a unique Quebec twist on an Italian classic, blending the sweetness of maple syrup with the richness of mascarpone for a spectacular result that might just be the best maple syrup recipe in the world for sweet tooths!