Description
Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of mascarpone cream infused with amaretto liqueur, fresh halved cherries, and ladyfinger cookies dipped in cherry juice or extra amaretto. This no-bake dessert is chilled to perfection, offering a creamy, fruity, and slightly boozy treat that’s perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cream Mixture
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup amaretto liqueur
For the Assembly
- 1 cup fresh cherries, halved
- 12 ladyfinger cookies
- Optional: cherry juice or extra amaretto for dipping
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients required for the tiramisu to ensure a smooth and efficient preparation process.
- Whip Heavy Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form, which will help achieve a light and airy texture for the cream layer.
- Mix Mascarpone and Sugar: In a separate bowl, combine mascarpone cheese with sugar and stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Fold in Amaretto: Gently fold the amaretto liqueur into the mascarpone mixture to evenly distribute the flavor while maintaining the cream’s lightness.
- Dip Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger cookie into cherry juice or extra amaretto, making sure not to soak them too long to prevent sogginess, then layer them evenly in the serving dish.
- Assemble Layers: Alternate layering the dipped ladyfingers with the mascarpone cream mixture and halved fresh cherries, building up several layers for a balanced taste and texture in every bite.
- Chill: Cover the assembled tiramisu and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to let the flavors meld and the dessert set properly; overnight chilling is recommended for best results.
- Finish and Serve: Just before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder to add a rich chocolate aroma and an elegant finishing touch to the dessert.
Notes
- Ladyfingers should be dipped quickly in the liquid to avoid becoming too soggy.
- For a stronger cherry flavor, use cherry juice instead of or in addition to amaretto for dipping.
- Overnight refrigeration improves the flavor and texture significantly.
- This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Fresh cherries can be substituted with frozen, but ensure they are fully thawed and drained.
