Cherry Tiramisu Dessert: A Decadent Twist on a Classic Italian Treat
Indulge in the delightful Cherry Tiramisu Dessert, a luscious twist on classic Italian flavors. This no-bake treat combines fluffy mascarpone cream with espresso-dipped ladyfingers and sweet cherry preserves, creating an unforgettable dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups strong brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 package (about 7 oz) ladyfinger cookies
- 1 ½ cups cherry preserves or pie filling
- ½ cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- In a shallow bowl, combine cooled espresso (and substitute amaretto liqueur with almond extract mixed with water).
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture and layer them in a 9×9-inch dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Spoon half of the cherry preserves over the cream layer and add fresh cherries.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg