Tirami Su - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 large eggs, separated
1/2 c . plus 1/8 tsp. sugar
1 c. plus 1 Tbsp. Espresso coffee
8 oz. Mascarpone cheese
1/8 c. dark cocoa
16 to 20 toasted ladyfingers
2 Tbsp. Italian brandy

Preparation

Beat egg whites with 1/8 teaspoon sugar until stiff peaks form.
Beat egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon Espresso and brandy until smooth.
Add cheese and beat for 5 minutes.
Fold in the whipped egg whites until thoroughly combined.