Strawberry Tiramisu: Refreshing No-Bake Dessert (Print Version)
Enjoy a light and fruity no-bake strawberry tiramisu. This easy American dessert layers fresh strawberries, creamy mascarpone, and ladyfingers for a delightful treat.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Ruby Red Strawberry Essence
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2 lbs Fresh Strawberries (divided, 1 1/2 lbs sliced for layering, 1/2 lb for syrup and garnish)
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1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
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1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
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1/4 cup Water
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1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
→ Velvet Cloud Filling
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16 oz Mascarpone Cheese, softened
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1 3/4 cups Heavy Cream, very cold
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1/2 cup Powdered Sugar, sifted
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1 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
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Pinch of Salt
→ Delicate Cookie Canvas
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7 oz package Ladyfingers (approx. 24-30 cookies)
→ Finishing Flourish
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Fresh Mint Leaves, for garnish
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1 oz White Chocolate Shavings, for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine 1/2 lb Fresh Strawberries, 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar, 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice, 1/4 cup Water, and 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract in a saucepan. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, mashing berries. Strain the Ruby Red Strawberry Essence syrup and let cool completely. This forms the base for your Strawberry Tiramisu: Refreshing No-Bake American Dessert.
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While the syrup cools, prepare the remaining 1.5 lbs Fresh Strawberries. Wash, hull, and thinly slice them. Set aside these Ruby Red Strawberry Essence slices, as they will be layered throughout your Strawberry Tiramisu: Refreshing No-Bake American Dessert.
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In a large bowl, whip 1 3/4 cups Heavy Cream (very cold), 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar (sifted), 1 1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract, and a Pinch of Salt until soft peaks form. Gently fold in the 16 oz Mascarpone Cheese (softened) until just combined, creating the Velvet Cloud Filling.
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Quickly dip each Delicate Cookie Canvas Ladyfinger into the cooled strawberry syrup, ensuring they don't get soggy. Arrange a single layer of dipped Ladyfingers at the bottom of a 9x13 inch dish. Top with half of the sliced strawberries, then spread half of the Mascarpone Cream evenly over them.
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Repeat the layering process: dip and arrange the remaining Delicate Cookie Canvas Ladyfingers over the cream. Top with the rest of the sliced strawberries, and then spread the remaining Mascarpone Cream over the top. Smooth the Velvet Cloud Filling for an even finish.
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Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate your Strawberry Tiramisu: Refreshing No-Bake American Dessert for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This chilling time is crucial for the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
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Before serving, remove the tiramisu from the refrigerator. Garnish with Fresh Mint Leaves and optional 1 oz White Chocolate Shavings for a beautiful Finishing Flourish. Slice and serve this delightful Strawberry Tiramisu: Refreshing No-Bake American Dessert chilled.
# Notes:
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For the best texture, ensure your heavy cream is very cold before whipping; this helps it achieve maximum volume.
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If you don't have ladyfingers, plain sponge cake or even shortbread cookies can be a good substitute, though the texture will vary.
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This dessert can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator, making it perfect for entertaining.
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To prevent soggy ladyfingers, dip them very quickly into the syrup – just a second or two per side is enough.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
9x13 inch baking dish
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large mixing bowls
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electric mixer
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whisk
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rubber spatula
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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cutting board
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sharp knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 529 kcal
Total Fat: 33 g
Total Carbohydrate: 44 g
Protein: 5 g