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cherry amaretto tiramisu in a white ceramic dish with creamy layers, fresh cherries, and cocoa dusting

Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu

A luxurious twist on classic tiramisu featuring sweet cherries, amaretto liqueur, and layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers with creamy mascarpone.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/3 cups mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 packages 7 oz each ladyfinger cookies
  • 1 1/2 cups strong espresso cooled
  • 1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
  • 2 cups fresh cherries pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup cherry juice
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds toasted

Method
 

  1. Whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar in a double boiler over simmering water for 5 minutes until thick and pale. Remove from heat and whisk in mascarpone until smooth.
  2. Beat heavy cream to stiff peaks in a separate bowl. Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture until combined.
  3. Combine cooled espresso and amaretto in a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the mixture and arrange in a single layer in a 9x13 inch dish.
  4. Spread half the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Arrange half the cherries on top.
  5. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers, remaining mascarpone mixture, and remaining cherries.
  6. Mix cherry juice with powdered sugar and drizzle over the top layer.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
  8. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and sprinkle with toasted almonds.

Notes

Can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store covered in refrigerator. For alcohol-free version, substitute cherry juice for amaretto. Fresh or frozen cherries work equally well.