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Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu

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Indulge in the rich flavors of Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert. Layers of mascarpone cream, soaked ladyfingers, cherry compote, and a hint of amaretto create a heavenly treat.

Ingredients

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For the Mascarpone Cream:

    • 2 cups mascarpone cheese
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1⁄2 cup amaretto liqueur
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cherry Compote:

    • 1⁄2 cup cherry juice
    • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
    • 1⁄4 cup granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons cherry preserves

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 package ladyfingers
  • 1⁄4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1⁄4 cup dark chocolate, shaved or grated

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mascarpone Cream: In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, amaretto liqueur, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
  2. Make Cherry Compote: In a saucepan, simmer cherry juice, fresh cherries, sugar, and cherry preserves until cherries soften and mixture thickens. Let it cool.
  3. Assemble Tiramisu: Dip ladyfingers in cherry juice or amaretto liqueur. Layer soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and cherry compote in a dish. Repeat layers.
  4. Chill and Serve: Dust the top with cocoa powder and dark chocolate shavings. Refrigerate for a few hours before serving for flavors to meld.

Notes

  • You can adjust the amount of amaretto to suit your taste preferences.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, replace amaretto with almond extract.
  • Ensure the mascarpone cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.

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Keywords: Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu, Italian dessert, mascarpone cream, cherry compote, amaretto liqueur

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