# Components:
→ Cream Layer
01 - 8.8 oz mascarpone cheese
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Coffee Mixture
05 - 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
06 - 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
→ Assembly
07 - 12 to 14 ladyfinger biscuits, cut to fit shot glasses
08 - Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
09 - Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together mascarpone, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 - In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until medium peaks form.
03 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
04 - In a shallow dish, combine espresso and coffee liqueur.
05 - Quickly dip each ladyfinger piece into the coffee mixture without soaking.
06 - Place a dipped ladyfinger piece at the bottom of each shot glass.
07 - Spoon or pipe a layer of mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
08 - Add another dipped ladyfinger layer followed by mascarpone cream.
09 - Smooth the tops and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
10 - Dust with cocoa powder and optionally garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
