Strawberry Tiramisu
Strawberry Tiramisu is a fruity twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of creamy mascarpone, juicy strawberries, and soft ladyfingers. This no-bake treat is light, refreshing, and perfect for any occasion. Sweet, tangy, and irresistibly delicious, it's a must-try dessert!
Ingredients
Strawberry Jam
- 2 cups fresh strawberries diced
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Strawberry Syrup
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup strawberry juice or blend fresh strawberries and strain
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Mascarpone Filling
- 1 ½ cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ladyfingers and For the Top
- 8 oz ladyfingers store-bought or homemade
- ½ cup fresh strawberries for garnish
- Optional cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
Strawberry Jam
- Combine diced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over low-medium heat.
- Stir frequently and simmer for 12–15 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
Mascarpone Filling
- Beat the mascarpone cheese in a bowl until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the mascarpone.
- Mix in vanilla extract for additional flavor.
Strawberry Syrup
- Combine water, strawberry juice, and sugar in a small saucepan.
- Heat over low-medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and cool.
To Assemble
- Dip each ladyfinger into the strawberry syrup (but don’t soak them too long).
- Lay the dipped ladyfingers in a single layer in the dish.
- Spread a layer of mascarpone filling over the ladyfingers.
- Add a layer of strawberry jam on top.
- Repeat the layers until the dish is filled, ending with a layer of mascarpone.
To Serve
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh strawberry slices or cocoa powder.
Notes
- Make it ahead: Strawberry tiramisu gets even better with time. Prepare it the night before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Swap the strawberries: If strawberries aren’t in season, try using raspberries or peaches as a substitute.
- Adjust sweetness: Balance the dessert's sweetness by adding more or less sugar in the syrup.