Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
This Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring luscious layers of mascarpone cream, amaretto-soaked ladyfingers, fresh cherries, and a dusting of cocoa powder or grated dark chocolate. Perfect for cherry lovers seeking a rich yet airy treat, this no-bake dessert combines the fruity brightness of cherries with the nutty almond flavor of amaretto liqueur for a decadent, crowd-pleasing finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Cherry Mixture
- 1 pound fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup amaretto liqueur
- 1 cup cherry juice
Ladyfinger Layer
- 16 to 18 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi style)
Mascarpone Cream
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Cocoa powder or grated dark chocolate, for topping
Instructions
- Make the Mascarpone Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar together with an electric mixer until soft peaks form, approximately 3 to 4 minutes. In a separate bowl, stir the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, taking care not to overmix to maintain a light, airy texture.
- Soak the Ladyfingers: Combine the granulated sugar, amaretto liqueur, and cherry juice into a shallow dish. Briefly dip each ladyfinger into this cherry-amaretto mixture, ensuring they absorb some liquid but do not become soggy.
- Assemble the Layers: Arrange a single layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish or divide into individual serving glasses. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers, then scatter half of the pitted cherry mixture on top. Repeat the layering process with the remaining ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and cherries.
- Chill and Serve: Sprinkle cocoa powder or grated dark chocolate over the top layer just before serving. Refrigerate the assembled tiramisu for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and dessert to set.
Notes
- Do not oversoak the ladyfingers to avoid a mushy dessert; a quick dip on each side is sufficient.
- For a boozier flavor, you can increase the amount of amaretto slightly, but be mindful of moisture levels.
- This dessert is best served chilled and can be prepared a day ahead to enhance flavor infusion.
- Substitute frozen cherries with fresh ones when out of season, ensuring they are well thawed and drained.
- Use high-quality mascarpone for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
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