Fresh Raspberry Tiramisu Delight (Printable)
A light Italian dessert featuring coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and fresh raspberries in vibrant layers.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cream Layer
01 - 8.8 oz mascarpone cheese
02 - 0.85 cup heavy cream, cold
03 - 0.67 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ Raspberry Layer
05 - 10.6 oz fresh raspberries
06 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
→ Ladyfingers & Soaking
08 - 5.3 oz ladyfingers (savoiardi)
09 - 0.42 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
10 - 2 tbsp raspberry liqueur (optional)
→ Garnish
11 - 1.8 oz fresh raspberries
12 - 1 tbsp powdered sugar
13 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, gently mash 10.6 oz raspberries with 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Set aside for 10 minutes to release natural juices.
02 - In a separate large bowl, beat the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Gently fold together until smooth and creamy consistency is achieved.
03 - In a shallow dish, combine cooled coffee and raspberry liqueur if using. This will be used to briefly dip the ladyfingers.
04 - Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the coffee mixture without soaking. Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in an 8x8 inch serving dish.
05 - Spoon half of the macerated raspberries over the ladyfingers, spreading evenly to cover the surface.
06 - Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the raspberry layer, creating an even coating.
07 - Add a second layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers, ensuring they are lightly soaked but not saturated.
08 - Top with remaining macerated raspberries, then finish with the rest of the mascarpone cream. Smooth the surface with a spatula for even presentation.
09 - Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm.
10 - Before serving, arrange fresh raspberries on top, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The tart raspberries cut through the rich mascarpone creating this perfect balance that keeps you coming back for just one more bite
- It looks impressive but comes together in under 30 minutes, letting the refrigerator do all the hard work while you plan what to serve with it
02 -
- The coffee dipping should be done in split seconds, not slow seconds, because ladyfingers go from perfectly soaked to disastrously soggy faster than you would believe
- Letting the finished dessert rest overnight completely transforms the texture, turning what is good on day one into something extraordinary on day two
03 -
- When folding the mascarpone into the whipped cream, use a spatula and gentle strokes to avoid deflating all that air you just worked so hard to incorporate
- If you cannot find sharp ladyfingers, toast regular ones in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to firm them up before dipping