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Amaretto Tiramisu Delight Recipe

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This classic Tiramisu dessert is a delightful no-bake treat combining layers of espresso-soaked ladyfinger cookies, a rich mascarpone cream, and tart cherry preserves. Enhanced with amaretto liqueur and fresh cherries, this luscious Italian-inspired dessert is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a sophisticated sweet ending to any meal.

Ingredients

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Mascarpone Cream

  • 1 ¾ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Espresso Mixture

  • 1 ½ cups strong brewed espresso or coffee (cooled)
  • 3 tbsp amaretto liqueur

Assembly

  • 1 package (about 7 oz) ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
  • 1 ½ cups cherry preserves or cherry pie filling
  • ½ cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved (plus more for topping)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • Fresh cherries (with stems, optional)
  • Shaved chocolate or sliced almonds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Whip the Cream and Mascarpone: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently add mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue whipping until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, ensuring a light and creamy texture.
  2. Prepare Espresso Mixture: In a shallow bowl, combine the cooled strong brewed espresso with the amaretto liqueur. This mixture will be used to quickly soak the ladyfinger cookies, infusing them with rich flavor.
  3. Dip the Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger cookie into the espresso mixture, ensuring not to soak them for too long so they retain some firmness. Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers evenly on the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish to form the base.
  4. Add the First Mascarpone Layer: Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the ladyfinger layer, smoothing the surface for consistent layering.
  5. Layer with Cherry Preserves and Fresh Cherries: Spoon half of the cherry preserves and scatter the halved fresh cherries evenly over the mascarpone cream layer, adding tartness and burst of fruit flavor.
  6. Repeat the Layers: Create a second layer by repeating the dipped ladyfingers, followed by the remaining mascarpone cream, and then the remaining cherry preserves and fresh cherries on top.
  7. Chill the Tiramisu: Cover the assembled dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight. This resting period allows the flavors to meld together and the dessert to firm up.
  8. Decorate Before Serving: Just before serving, dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder. Garnish with fresh cherries, shaved chocolate, or sliced almonds for added texture and visual appeal.
  9. Serve: Slice the tiramisu into portions and serve chilled, enjoying the harmonious blend of creamy, fruity, and coffee notes in every bite.

Notes

  • For best results, use high-quality mascarpone cheese and freshly brewed strong espresso.
  • Do not soak the ladyfingers too long in the espresso mixture to avoid sogginess.
  • If amaretto liqueur is unavailable, substitute with another coffee-flavored liqueur or omit for a non-alcoholic version.
  • Cherry preserves can be swapped with other fruit preserves like raspberry or strawberry to vary the flavor.
  • This dessert tastes even better after resting overnight as the flavors develop fully.
  • Keep refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days for freshness.

Keywords: Tiramisu, Italian dessert, no-bake dessert, mascarpone, espresso dessert, cherry tiramisu, layered dessert

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