Ingredients
- Ladyfingers: 24
- Mascarpone cheese: 16 ounces
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
- Amaretto liqueur: 1/4 cup, plus more for soaking
- Strong brewed coffee, cooled: 1 cup
- Cherry preserves: 1/2 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, and sugar until smooth and slightly thickened. Stir in the 1/4 cup of Amaretto liqueur.
- Step 2: Lightly brush both sides of the ladyfingers with Amaretto liqueur. Be careful not to saturate them.
- Step 3: Spread a thin layer of mascarpone mixture in the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Step 4: Dip each Amaretto-soaked ladyfinger in the cooled coffee briefly, then arrange them in a single layer over the mascarpone cream.
- Step 5: Spread half of the cherry preserves over the ladyfingers, then top with half of the remaining mascarpone mixture. Repeat layers with the remaining ladyfingers, coffee, cherry preserves, and mascarpone mixture.
- Step 6: Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder.
Notes
- For the best flavor, let the assembled tiramisu chill overnight to allow the coffee and Amaretto to fully infuse the ladyfingers.
- Store leftover tiramisu, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- A dollop of whipped cream and a fresh cherry make a lovely garnish and add a touch of elegance to each serving.
- When soaking the ladyfingers, a light brushing of Amaretto is key; avoid over-saturating them to prevent a soggy tiramisu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American