Decadent Chocolate Tiramisu Trifle with Espresso Whipped Mascarpone

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup espresso, brewed
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 cup cocoa powder, sifted
• 1 cup dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 24 pieces ladyfingers
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
• 1 cup espresso, cooled
• 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Method

1. 01
   Brew strong espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
2. 02
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the mascarpone, cooled espresso, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. 03
   In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
4. 04
   Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the brewed espresso and arrange a layer at the bottom of a trifle dish.
5. 05
   Spread a layer of the espresso whipped mascarpone over the ladyfingers, followed by a sprinkling of chopped dark chocolate.
6. 06
   Repeat the layers, finishing with a mascarpone layer on top.
7. 07
   Dust the top with sifted cocoa powder and additional chopped dark chocolate, if desired.
8. 08
   Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.