Tiramisu

Directions

1. 1
   Make espresso (you may use instant coffee to control the strength of your brew if you don't have an espresso maker.
2. 2
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3. 3
   Add 1/2 cup of sugar to coffee and stir until dissolved.
4. 4
   Add Disaronno and set aside.
5. 5
   Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
6. 6
   Fold cream into softened mascarpone.
7. 7
   Place a layer of sponge cake slices in the bottom of a 9x9 inch dish.
8. 8
   Sprinkle cake slices with half of the espresso syrup and spread half of the cheese filling on top.
9. 9
   Repeat for second layer.
10. 10
    Cover and chill for at least 8 hours or until the filling has settled.
11. 11
    Sprinkle a fine coating of cocoa powder on top and serve immediately.