I think it is one of the most famous classic Italian desserts. Creamy custard-like layers topped with Espresso soaked lady fingers which will certainly lift you up.

INGREDIENTS:

3 eggs

3 cups Mascarpone cheese

2/3 cup sugar

3 cups cold brewed espresso or strong coffee 

1 teaspoon vanilla

Cocoa powder

1 package ladyfingers Cookies

STEPS:

In two separate bowls, divide the egg yolks and egg whites.

Using an electric mixture, beat together the egg yolks, vanilla and the half of the sugar until thick about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the mascarpone and mix until smooth texture.

In separate bowl, beat together the egg whites with the remaining sugar until stiff peak.

Fold the mascarpone mixture and then slowly fold the beaten egg whites.

In individual serving bowls or one baking dish, spread one layer of the mascarpone mixture.

Quickly dip the ladyfingers in the coffee and arrange them over the mascarpone mixture. 

Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.

Finally, finish the bowl with a layer of the mixture and dust evenly with cocoa powder and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.