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Cherry Almond Tiramisu

Cherry Almond Tiramisu: A Light, No-Bake Summer Treat

A refreshing Cherry Almond Tiramisu perfect for summer gatherings, blending lady fingers, cherry filling, and mascarpone cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Mixture
  • 1.5 cups Pitted Sweet Cherries, roughly chopped Frozen cherries can be a substitute.
  • 4 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Total for the cherry compote.
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Acts as a thickener.
  • 4 teaspoons Water Helps create the simple syrup.
For the Amaretto Mixture
  • 0.25 cups Amaretto Replace with water and almond extract for a non-alcoholic option.
For the Tiramisu Assembly
  • 15 pieces Lady Fingers
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese, cold Use cold for a lighter texture.
  • 0.75 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Used for the mascarpone layer and topping.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Paste or Extract
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Optional for sweetness.
For the Optional Toppings
  • Freeze-Dried Cherries or Cocoa Powder For dusting on top.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Stand Mixer
  • Loaf Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cherry Mixture: Pit and chop cherries. Combine with sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook until bubbly, then let cool.
  2. Thicken Mixture: Mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Stir into the cherry mixture on low heat until thickened.
  3. Make Amaretto Mixture: Combine water and sugar in a saucepan until dissolved. Cool slightly and add amaretto or non-alcoholic alternative.
  4. Prepare Mascarpone Cream: In a stand mixer, beat mascarpone, sugar, egg yolks, whipping cream, and vanilla until fluffy.
  5. Assembly: Dip lady fingers in amaretto mixture, layer with cherry mixture and mascarpone cream in a pan. Repeat layers.
  6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor melding.
  7. Serve: Remove from fridge, whip cream, spread on top, dust with toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust optional ingredients to suit your taste. Enjoy the making and eating of this dessert!

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