Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a stunning 6-layer dessert that will leave your guests enchanted. This elegant treat harmonizes the sweetness of ripe cherries and the nutty warmth of amaretto with velvety mascarpone cream. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy night in, this recipe is as simple to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Each layer reveals a delightful combination of textures and tastes, making it a memorable end to any meal. Follow our easy steps to create this show-stopping dessert that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ripe cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 16 ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Combine cherries, sugar, and amaretto; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Brew coffee and cool; mix in remaining amaretto.
- Whip cream until stiff peaks form.
- Mix mascarpone with powdered sugar and vanilla; fold in whipped cream gently.
- Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture briefly; layer them in a dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers, then half of the cherry mixture.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Fresh cherries yield the best flavor. Ensure coffee is cooled before dipping ladyfingers. Adjust soaking time based on desired firmness.