Ingredients
Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup mascarpone, room temperature
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups very strong coffee
- 1 (7 ounce) package ladyfingers
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
- Make whipped cream: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, which should take about 6-7 minutes. This creates a light and airy base for the tiramisu.
- Prepare mascarpone mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the mascarpone, pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is evenly blended and silky.
- Soak ladyfingers: Pour the very strong coffee into a shallow bowl or pie plate. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee, just briefly to avoid sogginess, then arrange half the ladyfingers in a single layer in a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Layer the tiramisu: Spread half of the mascarpone and whipped cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers. Repeat the soaking process with the remaining ladyfingers and coffee, then layer them on top. Spread the remaining mascarpone mixture evenly over this second layer.
- Chill: Cover the assembled tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up.
- Serve: Just before serving, dust the top evenly with cocoa powder and the remaining ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon for a fragrant, decorative finish.
Notes
- Use very strong coffee or espresso for the best depth of flavor.
- Do not soak ladyfingers too long to prevent them from becoming mushy.
- For a non-alcoholic version, this recipe omits traditional coffee liqueur but you can add a splash if desired.
- Allowing the tiramisu to chill overnight enhances the flavor and texture.
- Make sure mascarpone is at room temperature to avoid lumps in the mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
