Description
Cherry Amaretto Extract Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, infused with rich amaretto and sweet cherries. This easy-to-make treat is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ladyfingers (amount as needed)
- 2 tablespoons cherry extract
- Espresso or strong brewed coffee (amount as needed)
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Fresh cherries or chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew a strong cup of espresso or coffee. Once brewed, stir in 2 tablespoons of cherry extract and let it cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of heavy cream and whip until soft peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip; you want it to be fluffy and light.
- In another bowl, combine 1 cup of mascarpone cheese with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until just combined.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture, ensuring they absorb some liquid but do not become soggy. Lay them in a single layer in a 9×9-inch dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the layer of ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly.
- Repeat the process with another layer of dipped ladyfingers followed by the remaining mascarpone mixture on top.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible.
- Once chilled, dust the top with cocoa powder and garnish with fresh cherries or chocolate shavings for a delightful finish.
Notes
- Chill the tiramisu overnight for best results.
- Adjust the amount of cherry extract to taste.
- This dessert can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg