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.
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.