Description
Indulge in the heavenly Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a delightful fusion of sweet cherries and rich amaretto liqueur layered with creamy mascarpone and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. This luscious dessert delivers a perfect balance of flavors, making it an unforgettable treat for any occasion. Easy to prepare and beautifully presented, it’s sure to impress your guests and elevate your dessert game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
- 24 crisp ladyfingers
- 1/2 cup cherry jam
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Prepare the coffee base by brewing espresso and mixing in amaretto; set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, blend mascarpone and sugar until smooth.
- Dip ladyfingers briefly into the coffee mixture and layer them in a serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, followed by cherry jam and chopped cherries. Repeat layers.
- Dust with cocoa powder, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh cherries if available; they enhance the overall taste. Feel free to customize with other fruits like raspberries or peaches for a unique twist.