Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu
Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining rich mascarpone cream with vibrant cherries and sweet amaretto liqueur. This indulgent treat features layers of coffee-kissed ladyfingers soaked in a luscious cherry syrup, providing a perfect balance of fruity and nutty flavors. Ideal for any occasion, this dessert is not only simple to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a showstopper at dinner parties or family gatherings. With its creamy texture and decadent taste, Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
- 1/2 cup cherry juice
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 package ladyfingers
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Dark chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat mascarpone cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Add amaretto, cherry juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, blend sugar with cherry preserves. Fold this into the mascarpone mixture along with the fresh cherries.
- Dip ladyfingers in a mix of amaretto and cherry juice; layer them in a baking dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and top with remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and add dark chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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