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when the mood to make something sweet and fast for a visit with friends strikes, Tiramisu is my go to recipe. It's fast, easy and no baking required! 

Tiramisu
ingredients:
- 1 pack Italian Lady Fingers ( I used a 200 gram pack which was approx 24 pcs)
- 2 packets dream whip and enough milk required to make 2 cups of whipped cream
- 1/2 cup powdered cocoa
- cup strong black coffee
- 2 cups shaved chocolate or chocolate chips

how to:
- pour coffee in shallow bowl, dip each lady finger and arrange it in a single layer on an 8x8 pan
- pour half of whipped cream on top and sprinkle with shaved chocolate or chips
- lay down another layer of coffee dipped lady fingers
- pour the remaining cup of whipped cream and top with remaining chocolate
- with a small sieve, dust cocoa powder all over the cake
- refrigerate until ready to serve

 forgive me for using all instant! sorry no mascarpone cheese in this recipe just good ol whipped cream!



 chocolate fairy powder!


chill, cut, plate and serve
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