Description
A delightful dessert combining berries with mascarpone and ladyfingers for a refreshing twist on traditional tiramisu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh strawberries, washed, hulled and chopped
- 12 ounces fresh blueberries, washed and dried
- 12 ounces raspberries, washed and dried
- 3/4 cup (155g) sugar
- 4 tablespoons (60ml) amaretto liqueur, optional
- 3/4 to 1 cup (180-240ml) water
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 cup (207g) sugar
- 1 1/4 cups (285g) mascarpone cheese
- 1 3/4 cups (420ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 (17.5 ounce) package ladyfingers
- Freeze dried berries, optional
- 1 1/4 cups (300ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/2 cup (58g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the berries and sugar in a large bowl. Toss to coat the berries in the sugar, then cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to release their juices. Drain the juices into a measuring cup. Add the amaretto to the juice if desired, and water to make 2 cups of total liquid.
- In a double boiler or heatproof bowl over simmering water, whisk egg yolks and sugar vigorously until the mixture thickens, turns pale yellow, and reaches 160°F. Set aside to cool.
- While cooling, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Fold the mascarpone into the egg mixture, then fold in the whipped cream in two parts.
- Dip each ladyfinger into the berry juice for about 3 seconds, then layer them into a 9×13 pan. Add half of the mixed berries over the ladyfingers, followed by half of the mascarpone cream. Repeat to create a second layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
- Grind freeze-dried berries (if using) into powder and sprinkle over the tiramisu. Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to stiff peaks for decorating as desired. Serve immediately. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 48 hours.
Notes
- Consider using different berries based on seasonal availability.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the amaretto.
- Ensure the heavy cream is well chilled for better whipping results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chill and Layer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg