Fresh Raspberry Tiramisu (Printable)

A light layered Italian dessert with mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and fresh raspberries.

# What You Need:

→ Cream Layer

01 - 8.8 oz mascarpone cheese
02 - 0.85 cup heavy cream, cold
03 - 0.67 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Raspberry Layer

05 - 10.6 oz fresh raspberries
06 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice

→ Ladyfingers & Soaking

08 - 5.3 oz ladyfingers (savoiardi)
09 - 0.42 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
10 - 2 tbsp raspberry liqueur (optional)

→ Garnish

11 - 1.8 oz fresh raspberries
12 - 1 tbsp powdered sugar
13 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Gently mash 10.6 oz raspberries with 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a medium bowl. Set aside for 10 minutes to macerate and release natural juices.
02 - Beat cold heavy cream in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Gently fold together until smooth and creamy, being careful not to overmix.
03 - Combine cooled coffee and raspberry liqueur (if using) in a shallow dish. The liqueur adds depth but can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
04 - Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the coffee mixture just long enough to moisten without soaking. Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8x8 inch serving dish.
05 - Spoon half of the macerated raspberries over the ladyfingers, spreading evenly to cover the entire surface.
06 - Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture over the raspberry layer, creating an even, smooth surface with a spatula.
07 - Add a second layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers, ensuring complete coverage of the cream beneath.
08 - Top with remaining macerated raspberries, followed by the rest of the mascarpone cream. Smooth the surface thoroughly for an even presentation.
09 - Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, though overnight chilling yields the best texture and flavor integration.
10 - Just before serving, arrange fresh raspberries on top, dust generously with powdered sugar, and add mint leaves if desired for a fresh accent.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The coffee and raspberry combination creates this sophisticated fruity brightness that nobody expects from tiramisu
  • It comes together in about 25 minutes but tastes like you spent hours planning it
  • You can make it the night before and feel incredibly prepared when guests arrive
02 -
  • The dipping technique is everything one quick dip per side is perfect soaked ladyfingers turn into mush
  • This dessert needs those four hours of chilling time for the flavors to develop and the texture to set
  • Room temperature mascarpone mixes smoothly but keep your cream cold until you whip it
03 -
  • Use an 8x8 inch square dish for the perfect layer thickness
  • Dip ladyfingers quickly and confidently hesitation leads to soggy layers

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