Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Recipe : A Fruity Twist
Cherry Amaretto tiramisu recipe a fruity twist on the classic Italian dessert with juicy cherries, creamy mascarpone, and espresso soaked ladyfingers. This elegant no bake dessert is rich, flavorful, and perfect for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (with stovetop preparation for cherries)
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cherry Layer:
2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
3 tbsp granulated sugar
¼ cup Amaretto liqueur
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Cream Filling:
1 cup heavy cream, cold
1 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
⅓ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Espresso Layer:
¾ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
2 tbsp Amaretto liqueur
1 pack (about 24) ladyfinger biscuits (gluten-free if preferred)
To Assemble & Garnish:
Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Fresh cherries and shaved dark chocolate (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Cherry Mixture
In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and Amaretto. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly syrupy. Let cool completely.
Whip the Mascarpone Cream
Beat the cold heavy cream to soft peaks. In another bowl, whisk mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until light and fluffy.
Prepare the Espresso Layer
Mix the Amaretto into the cooled espresso. Pour into a shallow dish for dipping.
Assemble the Tiramisu
Quickly dip each ladyfinger (1–2 seconds per side) into the espresso mixture.
Arrange a layer in an 8×8-inch dish or serving glasses.
Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the layer.
Spoon half of the cherry mixture on top.
Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers, remaining cream, and cherries.
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set and develop flavor.
Garnish & Serve
Dust with cocoa powder and top with shaved chocolate and fresh cherries before serving.
Notes
Avoid over-soaking ladyfingers to keep the structure intact.
Use high-quality mascarpone for the best creamy texture.
Frozen cherries (thawed and drained) can be used if fresh are unavailable.
Add a splash of cherry juice to the espresso for enhanced flavor depth.
