Embrace the flavors of summer with this delightful Strawberry Tiramisu, an exquisite reinterpretation of the traditional Italian dessert. This version skips the coffee and cocoa and instead features layers of luscious strawberry-soaked ladyfingers paired with a light and creamy Mascarpone filling. Enhanced with a tangy lemon zest and a touch of vanilla, this dessert is not only visually appealing but also bursting with fresh, fruity flavors.
Why You’ll Love This: This Strawberry Tiramisu is perfect for those who prefer a fruitier, less intense version of the classic tiramisu. The combination of sweet strawberries and creamy Mascarpone, complemented by the crispness of lemon, offers a perfect balance of flavors. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it ideal for gatherings.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for spring and summer celebrations such as picnics, family reunions, or any festive gathering. It’s especially perfect for occasions like Mother’s Day, Easter, or summer BBQs. This dessert offers a refreshing end to any meal and looks beautiful on any dessert table.
Decoration Tips: Garnish this beautiful dessert with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a sprinkle of coconut flakes to enhance its visual appeal. Add some chocolate shavings or mint leaves for an extra touch of elegance and freshness. Using a piping bag with a star tip for some of the cream can add a professional touch to your presentation.
Ingredients:
- For soaking:
- 550g frozen strawberries, thawed
- 2-3 tbsp sugar
- Ladyfingers
- Cream:
- 750g Mascarpone
- 600ml cream
- 110g powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 8 tsp San-Apart or 4 packets cream stiffener
- Zest of one organic lemon
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- Sauce:
- 480ml strawberry juice
- 2 packets instant vanilla sauce powder (no-cook type)
- Decoration:
- Fresh strawberries
- Blueberries
- Coconut flakes
- Chocolate pieces
- Fresh mint
Instructions:
- Cream Preparation: In a bowl, whip together Mascarpone, cream, powdered sugar, San-Apart, lemon zest, and vanilla sugar until smooth.
- Strawberry Purée: Blend thawed strawberries with sugar. Soak ladyfingers in this mixture and lay them in a serving dish.
- Layering: Spread half of the cream mixture over the soaked ladyfingers. Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers, followed by the remaining cream. Smooth the top.
- Sauce: Mix strawberry juice with vanilla sauce powder and pour over the final layer of cream.
- Decorating: Pipe some cream on top using a star-tipped piping bag. Decorate with fresh strawberries, blueberries, mint leaves, coconut flakes, and chocolate pieces.
- Chilling: Refrigerate the tiramisu for 4-5 hours or overnight to set.
Enjoy this stunning Strawberry Tiramisu, a dessert that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat!
