Ingredients
Ladyfinger Base
- 18-20 ladyfinger biscuits, depending on the size of your pan
- 1 can pitted lychees in syrup (560 g)
- 1 tbsp freeze dried powdered raspberries
Raspberry Puree
- 1 cup frozen raspberries (can use fresh too)
- 1/4 cup castor/granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lychee syrup from the can
Mascapone Filling
- 250 g mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese if mascarpone is not available)
- 1/3 cup (66 g) castor/granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold thickened cream/heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Raspberry Puree: In a blender or food processor, combine the frozen raspberries, castor sugar, and lychee syrup. Blend until smooth. If desired, strain the puree through a fine sieve to remove seeds for a smoother texture. Set aside.
- Prepare the Mascarpone Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese and castor sugar. In a separate bowl, whip the cold thickened cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated and smooth. Keep chilled.
- Soak the Ladyfingers: Drain the lychees, reserving the syrup. Lightly dip each ladyfinger into the lychee syrup to moisten — do not soak them too long to avoid sogginess.
- Assemble the Tiramisu: In a serving dish, arrange a layer of soaked ladyfinger biscuits to cover the base. Spread a layer of mascarpone filling over the biscuits, followed by a layer of raspberry puree. Repeat the layers—ladyfingers, mascarpone, and raspberry puree—until ingredients are used, finishing with a mascarpone layer.
- Top & Chill: Sprinkle the top with freeze dried powdered raspberries to add a burst of color and tartness. Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Serve: Remove from refrigerator, cut into portions, and serve chilled. Garnish with fresh raspberries or whole lychee fruit, if desired.
Notes
- If mascarpone cheese is unavailable, cream cheese can be used as a substitute, though it will alter the flavor slightly.
- Ensure ladyfingers are only lightly dipped in syrup to prevent sogginess and maintain structure.
- This dessert is best made a day ahead to allow flavors to fully develop.
- For a vegan version, substitute mascarpone and cream with plant-based alternatives, and use vegan ladyfingers.
- Freeze dried raspberries enhance the tartness and provide a vibrant color contrast on top.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Fusion