Description
This Christmas Tiramisu Cake is a festive twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers with a rich mascarpone and whipped cream mixture. Finished with cocoa powder and dark chocolate shavings, it makes a perfect holiday centerpiece that’s both elegant and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup coffee liqueur
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Base
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
Cream Mixture
- 2 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Topping
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare coffee mixture: In a bowl, combine the cooled brewed coffee and coffee liqueur to create the soaking liquid.
- Soak the ladyfingers: Briefly dip each ladyfinger cookie into the coffee mixture, ensuring they absorb some liquid but do not become soggy.
- First ladyfinger layer: Arrange half of the dipped ladyfingers evenly in a baking dish to form the base layer.
- Whip the cream: In a clean bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, providing a light and airy texture for the filling.
- Mix mascarpone filling: In a separate bowl, blend together the mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Combine cream and mascarpone: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, creating a light and fluffy filling.
- Layer mascarpone mixture: Spread half of the mascarpone and whipped cream filling evenly over the first ladyfinger layer.
- Repeat layering: Add the remaining dipped ladyfingers on top of the mascarpone layer, then cover with the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Add toppings: Dust the top layer with cocoa powder and sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings for a festive finish.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly brewed coffee and ensure it is completely cooled before dipping ladyfingers.
- Do not soak ladyfingers for too long to avoid a soggy dessert.
- Chilling the tiramisu for longer than 4 hours will enhance the flavor and texture.
- Dark chocolate shavings can be substituted with cocoa nibs or grated chocolate for variation.
- This dessert should be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Christmas dessert, tiramisu cake, festive dessert, mascarpone recipe, no bake cake, coffee liqueur dessert
