Raspberry Tiramisu (Printable Version)

Light and fruity Italian dessert with creamy mascarpone layers, fresh raspberries, and coffee-soaked ladyfingers.

# What You Need:

→ Cream Mixture

01 - 8.8 oz mascarpone cheese
02 - 0.85 cup heavy cream
03 - 0.33 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Fruit

05 - 10.6 oz fresh raspberries, plus extra for garnish
06 - 2 tbsp raspberry liqueur (optional)

→ Ladyfingers

07 - 5.3 oz ladyfingers (about 16 pieces)
08 - 0.63 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled

→ Garnish

09 - 1 tbsp powdered sugar
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the heavy cream with half of the granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, remaining sugar, and vanilla extract until completely smooth and creamy.
03 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture using a spatula until fully incorporated and no white streaks remain.
04 - If using liqueur, place the fresh raspberries in a small bowl and toss gently with 2 tablespoons of raspberry liqueur to coat evenly.
05 - Working quickly, dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee just long enough to moisten—about 1 second per side—being careful not to oversaturate.
06 - Arrange half of the coffee-dipped ladyfingers in a single layer in the bottom of an 8x8 inch baking dish. Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers, then distribute half of the raspberries across the cream.
07 - Repeat the layering process with the remaining ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and raspberries, ensuring even distribution.
08 - Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the ladyfingers to soften and flavors to meld.
09 - Just before serving, use a sifter to dust the top generously with powdered sugar. Garnish with additional fresh raspberries and mint leaves if desired. Serve cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The coffee soaked ladyfingers give you that classic tiramisu buzz while the fresh fruit keeps it feeling light and summery
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like something from an Italian bakery
02 -
  • The chilling time is not negotiable, the flavors need those hours to really marry and the texture transforms from separate elements into one cohesive dessert
  • If your ladyfingers seem especially dry, give them an extra quick dip, but never let them sit in the coffee or they will fall apart completely
03 -
  • Make sure your mascarpone is actually room temperature, cold mascarpone will seize up when you try to mix it and create tiny grainy bits that ruin the texture
  • A sifter is your friend for the powdered sugar, it gives you that professional, even dusting instead of clumps in one spot

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