Fresh Raspberry Tiramisu Layers (Printable)

A light Italian dessert featuring creamy mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and fresh raspberries.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cream Layer

01 - 8.8 oz mascarpone cheese
02 - 0.85 cup heavy cream, cold
03 - 0.67 cup powdered sugar
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Raspberry Layer

05 - 10.6 oz fresh raspberries
06 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice

→ Ladyfingers & Soaking

08 - 5.3 oz ladyfingers (savoiardi)
09 - 0.42 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
10 - 2 tbsp raspberry liqueur (optional)

→ Garnish

11 - 1.8 oz fresh raspberries
12 - 1 tbsp powdered sugar
13 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Gently mash 10.6 oz raspberries with 2 tbsp granulated sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a medium bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes to macerate and release juices.
02 - Beat cold heavy cream in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Add mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Fold gently until smooth and creamy.
03 - Combine cooled coffee and raspberry liqueur (if using) in a shallow dish for dipping ladyfingers.
04 - Quickly dip each ladyfinger in coffee mixture - do not soak. Arrange in a single layer in an 8x8 inch dish.
05 - Spoon half the macerated raspberries over ladyfingers, spreading evenly to cover.
06 - Spread half the mascarpone cream mixture over the raspberry layer in an even layer.
07 - Add another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers over the cream.
08 - Top with remaining macerated raspberries, then remaining mascarpone cream. Smooth surface with spatula.
09 - Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor and texture.
10 - Top with fresh raspberries, dust with powdered sugar, and add mint leaves if desired before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The fresh raspberries cut through the rich mascarpone creating the perfect balance of light and indulgent
  • It comes together in just 25 minutes but tastes like you spent hours mastering it
  • The coffee and raspberry combination is surprisingly sophisticated yet completely approachable
02 -
  • The ladyfingers should only get a quick dip in the coffee mixture literally one second per side
  • Refrigerating overnight improves the texture significantly making it more cohesive and flavorful
  • Room temperature mascarpone prevents lumps from forming when you fold it into the whipped cream
03 -
  • Use a rubber spatula to fold the mascarpone mixture gently and keep the air in the cream
  • Buy a few extra raspberries because you'll want to taste test for sweetness before assembling

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