Chocolate Tiramisu Trifle

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until light and frothy. Mix in the mascarpone and vanilla until combined and set aside. In a clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until white and stiff. Add a large spoonful of the beaten egg whites to the egg yolk mixture and mix through. Add the rest of the egg whites and fold through gently.

Arrange the savoiardi di fonni or ladyfinger biscuits to the base of a trifle bowl. Soak them in the espresso and splash with a little vin santo or Marsala. Carefully spread a layer of the mascarpone mixture and sprinkle over a little of the dark chocolate shavings, then spread a few tablespoons of the caramel or dulce de leche.

Repeat with the rest of the ingredients, ending with a final layer of mascarpone mix. Dust with a little cocoa powder and decorate with the rest of the dark and the white chocolate shavings. Chill until ready to serve.