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Irresistible No-Bake Tiramisu Recipe Everyone Will Love

This easy no-bake tiramisu recipe combines coffee-dipped ladyfingers with creamy mascarpone for a perfect dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • - 9×9-inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Layer

  • 16 oz Mascarpone Cheese Use cream cheese as a substitute if necessary.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can use dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Consider a sugar substitute for low-calorie option.

For the Espresso Soak

  • 1 cup Espresso Brewed coffee can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Dark Rum or Liqueur Optional, can be omitted.

For the Tiramisu Base

  • 24 pieces Savoiardi Ladyfingers Sponge cake can be quick alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Dust on top before serving.

Instructions
 

How to Make Tiramisu

  • In a large bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract. Whisk until silky smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  • In another bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until soft to medium peaks form, around 5-8 minutes.
  • Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture with a spatula.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the espresso and dark rum (if using).
  • Quickly dip half of the ladyfingers into the espresso mixture and layer them in the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the dipped ladyfingers, smoothing it out evenly.
  • Dip the remaining ladyfingers in the espresso mixture and layer them on top of the mascarpone cream.
  • Spread the last of the cream mixture evenly over the top.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle cocoa powder over the top.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with chocolate shavings or coffee beans.
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