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Cranberry Tiramisu – A Fresh Take on Classic Holiday Desserts

Cranberry Tiramisu – A Festive Twist on Holiday Favorites

Cranberry Tiramisu – A Fresh Take on Classic Holiday Desserts, blending tart cranberries with creamy mascarpone for a festive delight.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tiramisu Base
  • 30 pieces Ladyfingers Essential for soaking up flavors.
  • 1 cup Strong Brewed Coffee Can use decaf if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Sweetens the coffee.
For the Cranberry Layer
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Can use frozen cranberries.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Complements cranberries.
For the Cream Mixture
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Makes the tiramisu indulgent.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Lightens the mascarpone layer.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Can use egg substitute.
Optional Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder For classic finish.
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate Shavings Adds visual appeal.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • shallow dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • serving dish

Method
 

Cranberry Layer Preparation
  1. Combine 2 cups of fresh cranberries, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ¼ cup of orange juice over medium heat. Cook for about 10 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Coffee Preparation
  1. Brew 1 cup of strong coffee and mix in 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar until dissolved. Allow to cool.
Whip the Cream
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of vanilla on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
Mascarpone Mixture
  1. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of mascarpone cheese and 2 large egg yolks until smooth. Fold in whipped cream in two batches.
Assemble the Tiramisu
  1. Dip ladyfingers in cooled coffee for 2-3 seconds. Layer half in the serving dish, followed by half of the cranberry mixture and half of the mascarpone cream. Repeat layering.
Chill and Set
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Dust with cocoa powder and add chocolate shavings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh cranberries for best results; avoid soggy ladyfingers by dipping briefly.

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