Cherry Amaretto Tiramisu Dessert (Print-Friendly Version)
Great for summer parties, this cherry amaretto treat combines smooth mascarpone, soft ladyfingers, and plump cherries in a stunning dessert. Bookmark now and try it.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Dairy
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2 cups mascarpone cheese
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1 cup heavy cream
→ Liquids
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1/2 cup amaretto liqueur
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1/2 cup cherry juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Fruit
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1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
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2 tablespoons cherry preserves
→ Sweeteners
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Base and Garnish
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1 package ladyfingers
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1/4 cup cocoa powder
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1/4 cup dark chocolate, shaved or grated
# How to Make It:
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Grab a big mixing bowl and mix together your mascarpone cheese with the heavy cream.
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Using an electric mixer, whip the mascarpone and cream at medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until it gets nice and fluffy.
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Gently stir in the amaretto, cherry juice, and vanilla into your creamy mix until everything's well combined.
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Take a small bowl and mix the sugar with cherry preserves until they're completely blended together.
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Put the sugar-preserve combo into your mascarpone mix and beat it for another minute to get everything mixed up.
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Put a layer of ladyfingers across the bottom of a medium-sized dish.
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Drizzle or spoon some of the cherry juice and amaretto over the ladyfingers until they're nice and moist.
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Sprinkle the chopped cherries all over the soaked ladyfingers.
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Spread about half your creamy mascarpone mix on top of the cherries and smooth it out.
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Add another layer of ladyfingers, pour the rest of the liquid, add more cherries, and top with the remaining cream.
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Sift cocoa powder all over the top and sprinkle with grated dark chocolate.
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Pop it in the fridge for at least 4 hours before serving so all the flavors can blend together.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For the yummiest results, let your dessert chill overnight so the flavors really soak in.