Description
Strawberry Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring luscious layers of creamy mascarpone, fresh strawberries, and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. This light and refreshing treat captures the essence of summer in every bite, making it perfect for gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home. With its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 cup ladyfingers (about 24 pieces)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
Instructions
- Toss sliced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar in a bowl; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whip together chilled heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, and remaining sugar until soft peaks form.
- Dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee briefly and arrange half in the bottom of a rectangular dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, followed by half of the strawberries. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder or grated chocolate.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Use ripe strawberries for maximum flavor. - Feel free to substitute strawberries with other berries like raspberries or blueberries. - For an adult twist, add a splash of liqueur to the coffee before dipping ladyfingers.