01 -
Brew 240 ml of espresso or strong coffee and allow it to cool completely.
02 -
In a large bowl, blend mascarpone, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the pumpkin mixture.
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Briefly dip ladyfingers into the cooled espresso, then arrange a single layer in the serving dish.
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Spread half of the pumpkin cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
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Create a second layer by dipping ladyfingers into the espresso and layering them over the cream, then top with remaining pumpkin mixture.
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Cover the dish and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or preferably overnight to allow flavors to meld.
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Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder.