Description
This cherry tiramisu layers creamy mascarpone with cherry syrup and cocoa for a fruity twist on the classic Italian dessert. Chill and serve cold.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup cherry juice
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cherry preserves
- 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package ladyfingers
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate, finely shaved
Instructions
- Combine the cherry juice, sugar, and cherry preserves in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Beat mascarpone cheese with almond and vanilla extracts in a large bowl until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream to soft peaks in a separate bowl. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully blended and airy.
- Fold in the chopped cherries to distribute evenly.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled cherry syrup, turning once so both sides are moistened but not soggy.
- Arrange half of the dipped ladyfingers in a single layer in the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cherry mixture evenly over the layer.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture. Smooth the top.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to firm up and allow the flavors to develop.
- Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and sprinkle with shaved dark chocolate.
- Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Resting time is necessary for the dessert to set properly.
- Do not over-soak the ladyfingers in the syrup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian