Description
A luscious twist on the classic Italian tiramisu, this Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu layers creamy mascarpone and whipped cream with fresh cherries and ladyfinger cookies soaked in amaretto or cherry juice. It’s a no-bake dessert that combines fruity, nutty, and rich flavors, perfect for a delightful and elegant treat.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
- 1 cup fresh cherries, halved
- 12 ladyfinger cookies
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Optional: cherry juice or extra amaretto for dipping
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all your ingredients to ensure the preparation goes smoothly without interruptions.
- Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form to add lightness and volume to the tiramisu.
- Prepare Mascarpone Mixture: In another bowl, blend mascarpone cheese with sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating the rich base layer.
- Incorporate Amaretto: Gently fold the amaretto liqueur into the mascarpone mixture to infuse a sweet almond flavor without deflating the cream.
- Dip Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger cookie in cherry juice or extra amaretto; this moistens them and adds depth to the flavor.
- Layer Dessert: Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers in the serving dish, then alternate with layers of the creamy mascarpone mixture and halved fresh cherries.
- Chill: Cover the tiramisu and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to let the flavors meld and the dessert set; overnight chilling is recommended for best results.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder for a beautiful and classic finish.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor and texture.
- Ladyfingers should be dipped briefly to avoid sogginess.
- For a non-alcoholic version, use cherry juice only to soak the ladyfingers.
- Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours to allow proper setting and flavor development.
- Can be prepared a day ahead, making it ideal for entertaining.
