Strawberry Tiramisu

Bright and creamy, this Strawberry Tiramisu layers juicy berries with a light mascarpone cream for a no-fuss dessert that chills beautifully for parties or quiet weeknights. It’s easy to make ahead and even better the next day. For a matching brunch combo, serve with healthy strawberry banana yogurt muffins.

Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Tiramisu

• Bright strawberry flavor balanced by rich mascarpone cream.
• No baking required, ready after a few hours of chilling.
• Perfect for make-ahead entertaining or weeknight treats.
• Family-friendly and easy to scale up for a crowd.
• Leftovers keep well and often taste better the next day.

Ingredients Needed

• Fruit
  • 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
• Dairy
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
• Sweetener & Flavor
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Base
  • 1 package of ladyfingers
• Liquid
  • 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
• Topping
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
2. Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
3. Briefly dip each ladyfinger in the cooled brewed coffee—do not soak—and lay them in a single layer in your serving dish.
4. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
5. Scatter half of the sliced strawberries over the cream.
6. Repeat the layers with remaining ladyfingers, mascarpone mixture, and strawberries.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight; before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder.

Serving Suggestions Strawberry Tiramisu

• Serve chilled with extra sliced strawberries on top.
• Add a sprig of mint and a dusting of powdered sugar for a pretty finish.
• Pair with a cold brew or espresso for a coffee-forward dessert.
• Serve alongside a crisp strawberry walnut salad to balance the richness.
• Spoon into individual glasses for an elegant single-serve presentation.

Tips for Success Strawberry Tiramisu

• Dip ladyfingers very briefly into coffee to avoid sogginess.
• Chill at least 4 hours so flavors meld and texture firms up.
• Use room-temperature mascarpone so it folds smoothly into whipped cream.
• Keep the dessert covered in the fridge to prevent it from absorbing other odors.
• For best texture, serve within 2 days of assembling.

Variations

Here are a few easy ways to change it up:

• Berry mix: Swap or add raspberries and blueberries with the strawberries.
• Cocoa-free: Skip the cocoa and grate dark chocolate over the top instead.
• Dairy-free option: Use whipped coconut cream and a dairy-free mascarpone substitute for a non-dairy version.
• Boozy twist: Add a tablespoon of coffee liqueur to the brewed coffee for a grown-up flavor.

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Strawberry Tiramisu

Bright and creamy, this Strawberry Tiramisu layers juicy berries with a light mascarpone cream for a no-fuss dessert that chills beautifully for parties or quiet weeknights.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 4 hours hrs

Course Dessert

Cuisine Italian

Servings 8 servings

Calories 302 kcal

Ingredients

  

Fruit

• 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced

Dairy

• 1 cup mascarpone cheese Use room-temperature for easier folding.
• 1 cup heavy cream Whipped until soft peaks form.

Sweetener & Flavor

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Base

• 1 package ladyfingers Briefly dipped in coffee.

Liquid

• 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled

Topping

• Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

 

Preparation

• In a bowl, whip the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
• Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
• Briefly dip each ladyfinger in the cooled brewed coffee—do not soak—and lay them in a single layer in your serving dish.
• Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
• Scatter half of the sliced strawberries over the cream.
• Repeat the layers with remaining ladyfingers, mascarpone mixture, and strawberries.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight; before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder.

Notes

Serve chilled with extra sliced strawberries on top. Add a sprig of mint and a dusting of powdered sugar for a pretty finish. For best texture, serve within 2 days of assembling.

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