Description
This Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu gives a fruity twist to the timeless Italian dessert. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, fluffy mascarpone cream, and sweet-tart cherries make it a luxurious yet fresh treat perfect for summer or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- For the Cherry Layer:
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Amaretto liqueur
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- For the Cream Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Espresso Layer:
- 3/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp Amaretto liqueur
- 1 pack (approx. 24) ladyfinger biscuits (gluten-free if preferred)
- To Assemble & Garnish:
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Fresh cherries and shaved dark chocolate (optional)
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and Amaretto. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cherries soften and become syrupy. Remove from heat and cool completely.
2. In a bowl, beat cold cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, whisk mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone until fluffy and fully combined.
3. Stir Amaretto into cooled espresso and pour into a shallow dish for dipping.
4. Dip ladyfingers briefly into the espresso-Amaretto mixture for 1–2 seconds per side. Layer in the bottom of an 8×8″ dish or trifle glasses.
5. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. Spoon half of the cherry mixture over the cream.
6. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers, the rest of the mascarpone cream, and remaining cherries.
7. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and dessert to firm up.
8. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and top with shaved dark chocolate and fresh cherries.
Notes
Don’t over-soak the ladyfingers to keep their texture intact.
Use high-quality mascarpone for the best flavor and creaminess.
Fresh cherries provide the best texture, but thawed and drained frozen cherries can be used if needed.
For deeper flavor, stir a splash of cherry juice into the espresso mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg