Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
This Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining luscious layers of Amaretto-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone filling, and a vibrant cherry compote. Perfect for special occasions or a luxurious treat, this no-bake dessert offers a harmonious blend of rich espresso, sweet cherries, and aromatic liqueur.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 27 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Cherry Layer
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- ¼ cup Amaretto liqueur
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream, cold
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Espresso Layer
- ¾ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp Amaretto liqueur
- 1 pack (approx. 24) ladyfinger biscuits (gluten-free if preferred)
To Assemble & Garnish
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Fresh cherries and shaved dark chocolate (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cherry Mixture: In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and Amaretto. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cherries are soft and slightly syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Whip the Mascarpone Cream: In a large bowl, beat the cold cream to soft peaks. In another bowl, whisk mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone until fully combined and fluffy.
- Mix the Espresso Layer: Stir Amaretto into the cooled espresso. Pour into a shallow dish for dipping.
- Assemble the Tiramisu: Dip ladyfingers briefly into the espresso-Amaretto mixture—just 1–2 seconds per side. Arrange a single layer in the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish or trifle glasses. Spoon half the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. Add half of the cherry mixture evenly over the cream. Repeat layers: dipped ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and remaining cherries.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) for the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up.
- Garnish & Serve: Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and top with shaved chocolate and a few extra cherries for a beautiful finish.
Notes
- Use gluten-free ladyfingers to make the dessert gluten-free if needed.
- Make sure the espresso or coffee is cooled completely before dipping the ladyfingers to prevent sogginess.
- For best results, prepare the tiramisu the day before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- You can substitute Amaretto with almond extract mixed in simple syrup for a non-alcoholic version.
- Keep the heavy cream cold before whipping to achieve better volume.
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