FOOD + ENTERTAINING then whisk in mascarpone until just combined . Set aside .
In a separate bowl using an electric mixer , whip whipping cream to stiff peaks and set aside .
In a separate bowl using an electric mixer with clean whisks , whip egg whites to stiff peaks and set aside . ( You should be able to hold the whisk upside down without the peaks falling .)
Gently fold egg whites and whipped cream into the egg yolk mixture until just combined . Use a “ scoop and stir ” motion to not deflate the mixture too much . mixture quickly ( just enough to get them wet ). Arrange one layer of ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish , 3-quart serving bowl , or equivalent .
Spoon the mascarpone mousse over the ladyfingers and spread evenly . Repeat the process until all of the mousse and ladyfingers have been used , ending with a layer of mousse .
Refrigerate overnight or a minimum of 4 hours before serving to allow for the cream to set .
Dust with cocoa before serving .
For the Tiramisu :
1 package ladyfinger cookies , approximately 24
1¾ cups strong cold coffee or espresso
2 tablespoons Kahlua or other coffee liqueur
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Mix the cold coffee with the Kahlua and dip the ladyfingers into the
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