Why does your Tyngsboro, MA restaurant put cinnamon on the Tiramisu? It is disgusting as the other customer that we heard say Saturday night. Cocoa powder, here is why! The powder on top of a classic tiramisu is unsweetened cocoa powder.
Tastes Better From Scratch
Here are the key details about this topping:
Purpose: It provides a bitter, chocolatey contrast to the sweet, rich mascarpone cream and coffee-soaked ladyfingers.
Type: Specifically, it is usually unsweetened cocoa powder, with Dutch-processed often preferred for a milder, deeper chocolate flavor.
Application: It is typically sifted over the top layer just before serving to ensure a nice, fine, and even layer.
Variations: Some recipes may use finely grated chocolate or cocoa powder mixed with chocolate shavings. Manchester does it right!
