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Decadent Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu You'll Love to Make

Decadent Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu You'll Love to Make Today

Discover the irresistible Decadent Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mascarpone Mixture
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese Can substitute with blended cream cheese for tang.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adds lightness and volume.
  • 3 tablespoons amaretto liqueur Can substitute with almond extract mixed with water.
  • 3 tablespoons cherry juice Enhances cherry flavor.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Adjust if using sweeter cherries.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth of flavor.
  • ¼ cup cherry preserves Sweetens and intensifies cherry flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh cherries Can use frozen cherries if thawed and drained well.
For the Ladyfinger Layers
  • 24 pieces ladyfingers Use store-bought or homemade.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder Dust for presentation.
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate Shaved or grated for added flavor.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mascarpone cheese and 1 cup of heavy cream. Whip until soft peaks form.
  2. Mix in 3 tablespoons of amaretto liqueur, 3 tablespoons of cherry juice, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine ¼ cup of granulated sugar and ¼ cup of cherry preserves, then fold into the mascarpone mixture.
  4. Chop 1 cup of fresh cherries and gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
  5. In a shallow dish, combine ½ cup each of cherry juice and amaretto. Stir to mix.
  6. Dip the ladyfingers quickly into the cherry and amaretto mixture and arrange in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  7. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
  8. Repeat the dipping and layering with remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  10. Dust the top with cocoa powder and add shaved dark chocolate before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill overnight for best flavor melding. Serve chilled and garnish for optimal presentation.

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