Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Dessert: A Decadent Twist on a Classic Italian Treat
Indulge in the delightful Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Dessert, a luscious twist on the classic Italian treat. Layered with rich mascarpone cream, vibrant cherry preserves, and bold coffee flavors, this no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 8
- 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 coffee (cooled)
- 7 oz ladyfinger cookies
- 1 ½ cups cherry preserves or cherry pie filling
- Fresh cherries (for topping)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a shallow bowl, combine cooled coffee with almond-flavored syrup for flavor.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly in the coffee mixture and layer them at the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish.
- Spread half of the cream mixture over the ladyfingers, followed by half of the cherry preserves and fresh cherries.
- Repeat layers: add another layer of dipped ladyfingers, remaining cream mixture, and top with remaining cherry preserves.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least six hours or overnight.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving and garnish with fresh cherries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg