Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu: An Incredible 6-Layer Recipe
Experience the irresistible delight of Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a stunning six-layer dessert that will captivate your guests at any gathering. This refreshing twist on the classic Italian favorite combines luscious mascarpone cheese with juicy cherries and rich coffee for an indulgent treat that’s both visually impressive and incredibly delicious. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in, this dessert is easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ripe cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons fruit juice (instead of amaretto)
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 16 ladyfingers
- 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 fruit juice in a bowl; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Cool the brewed coffee completely.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Mix mascarpone with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly into cooled coffee.
- Layer dipped ladyfingers in a dish, followed by half the mascarpone mixture and half the cherry mixture.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg