# What You Need:
→ Coffee & Liqueur
01 - 2 shots (2 fl oz) hot espresso
02 - 1 fl oz coffee liqueur (optional)
→ Biscuit Layer
03 - 4 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi), crumbled
→ Cream Layer
04 - ½ cup whole milk
05 - ⅓ cup heavy cream
06 - 3 oz mascarpone cheese
07 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
08 - ½ tsp vanilla extract
→ Garnish
09 - Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
10 - Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
# How-To:
01 - Brew the espresso. While hot, pour it over the crumbled ladyfingers placed in a shallow bowl. Add coffee liqueur if using and allow the mixture to soak for 2 minutes.
02 - In a bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly thickened.
03 - Distribute the espresso-soaked biscuit crumbles evenly between two large latte glasses or mugs.
04 - Pour the mascarpone cream mixture over the biscuit layer in each glass, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Generously dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder and add dark chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately with a spoon for stirring and scooping.