Description
Irish Cream Tiramisu is an indulgent twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone, and a splash of Irish cream liqueur. This luxurious treat is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying as a comforting dessert after a long day. With its velvety texture and delightful flavor, every bite feels like a warm embrace—ideal for cozy gatherings or special celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee (cooled)
- 20 savoiardi (ladyfingers)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Brew one cup of strong espresso and let it cool. Mix in half a cup of Irish cream liqueur.
- In a large bowl, whip one cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in one cup of mascarpone cheese and another half cup of Irish cream until smooth.
- Dip each ladyfinger briefly into the coffee mixture and layer them in a baking dish. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layering process with more dipped ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving and drizzle with extra Irish cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg