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Sydney

No-Bake Tiramisu

This small batch tiramisu delivers all the creamy, coffee soaked indulgence of the Italian classic, but made in a small jar or a couple of dessert cups. Layers of espresso-soaked lady fingers and mascarpone cream come together with a dusting of cocoa for a decadent yet simple dessert that feels special any night of the week.
Estimate Recipe Cost $9.65
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 8 each lady fingers cut into small cubes
  • ¾ cup espresso coffee
Mascarpone Cream
  • 1 cup 8-ounce Package mascarpone cheese
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp amaretto or coffee liqueur
  • Cocoa powder

Step by Step Directions
 

  1. In a bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until slightly thickened. Add the Mascarpone cheese. Continue beating until the mixture is firm and well combined.
  2. Pour the cream into a piping bag for easier assembly (or use a spoon). Set aside.
  3. Cut the lady fingers into small cubes. In small cups, add a layer of cake cubes and spoon over the top with coffee.
  4. 8 each lady fingers cut into small cubes, ¾ cup espresso coffee
  5. Pipe or spoon a layer of Mascarpone cream onto the cake.
  6. Repeat the layers: soaked cake, Mascarpone cream.
  7. Finish with a final layer of Mascarpone cream.
  8. Generously dust the top layer with cocoa powder.
  9. Cocoa powder
  10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hour to let the flavors blend (or serve immediately if desired).

The provided nutrition information is an estimate and not guaranteed, and that the reader is responsible for verifying ingredients for allergies and dietary needs

Notes

To substitute the Mascarpone, you can use a mixture of cream cheese and sour cream or plain Greek yogurt to add creaminess and acidity.
For a non-alcoholic version, use vanilla extract or more coffee.

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