Name: Amaretti Tiramisu
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 7 hr (includes chilliing)
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 large eggs, separated; 5 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1/2 pound mascarpone (about 1 cup) at room temperature; Pinch of salt; 1/2 cup chilled heavy cream; 1 cup brewed espresso or very strong brewed coffee, cooled to room temperature; 5 ounces amaretti (crisp Italian macaroons; 30 to 40, depending on size)

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In a twist on classic tiramisu, the leftover almond-flavored macaroons assume a more prominent role: Layered with an airy mascarpone mousse, they take the place of the traditional ladyfingers.

Cooks notes:

•The eggs in this recipe are not cooked.
• Tiramisu can be chilled up to 1 day.

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