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Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu

Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu: Indulge in a Creamy Dream Dessert

Enjoy the luscious layers of Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a delightful blend of cherries and creamy mascarpone perfect for any occasion.
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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: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Mixture
  • 2 cups Fresh Cherries pitted and halved; use frozen cherries if fresh are unavailable.
  • 3 tbsp Granulated Sugar Substitute brown sugar for a more complex flavor.
  • 0.25 cups Amaretto Liqueur Substitute almond extract for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Brightens the cherry mixture flavor.
For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Ensure it is very cold for best results.
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese At room temperature; substitute cream cheese if needed.
  • 0.33 cups Powdered Sugar No direct substitute.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
For the Espresso Dip
  • 0.75 cups Brewed Espresso Substitute with strong brewed coffee.
  • 2 tbsp Amaretto Liqueur Adds more flavor to the espresso mix.
For Assembly
  • 1 pack Ladyfinger Biscuits approx. 24; absorbs flavors without falling apart.
  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder for dusting.
  • Fresh Cherries and Shaved Dark Chocolate optional garnishes for an elegant presentation.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Shallow dish
  • serving dish
  • Plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cherries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and Amaretto. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until syrupy. Cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, whip very cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. In another bowl, whisk together mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Fold whipped cream into mascarpone.
  3. In a shallow dish, mix cooled brewed espresso and Amaretto. Ensure it’s well combined for the ladyfingers.
  4. Dip ladyfinger biscuits in the espresso mixture and arrange half in a serving dish. Layer with half of the mascarpone cream and cherry mixture. Repeat the process.
  5. Cover the assembled tiramisu with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and garnish with fresh cherries and dark chocolate if desired. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chill your ingredients and layer ladyfingers quickly to maintain texture. For best results, let the assembled tiramisu sit overnight to enhance flavors.

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