Description
A decadent dessert that layers creamy mascarpone, sweet cherries, and bold Amaretto for a vibrant and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pitted sweet cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp Amaretto liqueur
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 large egg yolks (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese (cold)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 2 tbsp Amaretto liqueur
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 1/4 cup Amaretto liqueur
- 24–30 ladyfingers (Savoiardi)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Fresh cherries or chocolate shavings (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Make the Cherry Compote: In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the cherries release their juices (about 5-7 minutes). Mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl until smooth, then add it to the saucepan along with lemon juice, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Amaretto. Let cool.
- Prepare the Mascarpone Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, whisk together egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale, about 5 minutes. Gently fold mascarpone cheese into egg mixture. Gradually add whipped cream, incorporating vanilla extract and 2 tbsp of Amaretto until combined.
- Assemble the Tiramisu: Combine cooled coffee and 1/4 cup Amaretto in a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger and arrange in a single layer. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over ladyfingers and drizzle half of the cherry compote over cream. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder and garnish as desired.
Notes
This dessert is best made a day in advance for optimal flavor development.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg