Description
A refreshing and elegant twist on traditional tiramisu, this Strawberry Tiramisu features layers of mascarpone cream, macerated fresh strawberries, and delicate ladyfinger cookies soaked in citrus juice. Perfect for summer gatherings, this no-bake Italian-American dessert combines creamy texture with fruity brightness for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberry Mixture
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (from the 1/2 cup divided)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Mascarpone Cream
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (remaining from the 1/2 cup divided)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other
- 24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- 1/2 cup orange juice or strawberry juice
- Fresh mint leaves and extra strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Macerate Strawberries: In a bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup of the sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 15 minutes to release juices and develop flavor.
- Prepare Mascarpone Cream: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until smooth and well combined to create a rich, creamy mixture.
- Soak Ladyfingers: Briefly dip each ladyfinger into the orange or strawberry juice. Be careful not to soak them; they should be just moistened to maintain texture.
- Assemble First Layer: Arrange a layer of the dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8-inch dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Add Mascarpone and Strawberries: Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers. Top this with half of the macerated strawberries, distributing the fruit and their juices.
- Repeat Layers: Create a second layer by repeating the ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and strawberries in the same order.
- Chill: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to meld beautifully and the dessert to set properly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves and additional sliced strawberries if desired for a fresh, decorative touch.
Notes
- You can substitute strawberry puree or a splash of strawberry liqueur for the juice to intensify the berry flavor.
- This dessert is best made a day ahead and refrigerated overnight for the ideal texture and flavor melding.
- Be cautious not to over-soak the ladyfingers in juice to maintain the perfect texture.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best taste and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
