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Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe

Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe You'll Adore

Discover the Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe, a delightful twist on the classic Italian favorite featuring seasonal cherries.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Syrup
  • 2 cups Fresh Cherries Pitted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust according to cherry tartness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice No substitutions necessary
  • 1/4 cup Amaretto Use cherry juice for non-alcoholic
For the Mascarpone Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Chilled for better whipping
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese High-quality recommended
  • 1/3 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be substituted
For the Coffee Mixture and Layering
  • 1 cup Espresso Cool before use
  • 1/2 cup Amaretto
  • 1 package Ladyfingers Gluten-free option available

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • shallow dish
  • 8x8-inch Dish or Serving Glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cherry Syrup: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and Amaretto. Cook for 5-7 minutes until syrupy. Let it cool.
    Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
  2. Make Mascarpone Filling: Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. In another bowl, whisk together mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture.
    Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
  3. Prepare Espresso Mixture: Mix cooled espresso with Amaretto in a shallow dish.
    Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
  4. Layer Tiramisu: Dip ladyfingers in espresso mixture, layer them in a dish, then add mascarpone filling followed by cherry syrup. Repeat layers.
    Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
  5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
    Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe
  6. Serve: Dust with cocoa powder, add chocolate shavings and cherries if desired, and present it beautifully.
    Best Creamy Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the tiramisu to chill overnight. Taste cherries for sweetness before adding sugar.

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