Description
Indulge in the luscious flavors of Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert. This decadent treat features layers of velvety mascarpone cream infused with sweet amaretto and vibrant cherry syrup, nestled between soft coffee-kissed ladyfingers. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy night in, this easy-to-make dessert promises to impress your guests with its stunning presentation and irresistible taste.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
- 1/2 cup cherry juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cherry preserves
- 1 package ladyfingers
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate, shaved or grated
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together mascarpone cheese and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy. Add amaretto liqueur, cherry juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine granulated sugar with cherry preserves; fold into the mascarpone mixture along with chopped fresh cherries.
- Dip ladyfingers briefly in a mix of amaretto liqueur and cherry juice. Arrange half at the bottom of a baking dish, spread half the mascarpone mixture over them, then layer with remaining ladyfingers and top with the rest of the mascarpone.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg