Make this elegant, no-bake raspberry tiramisu. It layers crisp ladyfingers soaked in a light raspberry syrup with a rich, creamy mascarpone mixture for a perfect chilled dessert.
Author:emilyharrison
Prep Time:30 min
Cook Time:5 min
Total Time:35 min
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No Bake
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh raspberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup raspberry liqueur or water (optional)
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup granulated sugar
16 ounces mascarpone cheese, cold
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold
2 packages (7 ounces each) ladyfingers
Fresh raspberries for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the raspberry coulis: Combine 1 cup of fresh raspberries, 1/4 cup sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the berries break down. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds, pressing on the solids. Stir in liqueur or water, if using. Let the coulis cool completely.
Make the soaking liquid: If not using liqueur in the coulis, mix the remaining raspberry liquid with 1/4 cup water or a light simple syrup. Set aside.
Prepare the mascarpone cream base: In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler), whisk the egg yolks and 1/2 cup sugar constantly until the mixture thickens slightly and reaches 160 degrees F (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and continue whisking until cool.
Beat the mascarpone: In a separate bowl, gently whisk the cold mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until just smooth. Do not overmix. Fold the cooled egg mixture into the mascarpone until combined.
Whip the cream: In a clean, cold bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture in two additions until uniform.
Assemble the tiramisu: Lightly dip each ladyfinger into the raspberry soaking liquid for just a second—do not let them become soggy. Arrange a single layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Layer the dessert: Spread half of the mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers. Drizzle half of the cooled raspberry coulis over the cream layer. Repeat with a second layer of dipped ladyfingers, the remaining cream, and the remaining coulis.
Chill: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Serve: Before serving, garnish the top generously with fresh raspberries. Cut into squares.
Notes
For a richer color, you can skip straining the coulis and use the whole berry mixture as a layer.
If you prefer a lighter cream, substitute half of the mascarpone with full-fat cream cheese, ensuring it is softened first.
This dessert is an excellent make ahead dessert for parties; it tastes best after chilling overnight.