Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu
Description
Embark on a culinary journey with this delightful Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu recipe, inspired by a serendipitous moment during an RV road trip from Seattle to Santa Fe. Picture it: July 2000, a scenic route unfolding before you, and an invitation to a dinner party at a friend’s father’s house. Panic ensues as you realize you’ve forgotten to bring a dessert. But fear not! The fortuitous discovery of a recipe in the pages of Taste of Home comes to the rescue. With a few modifications to adapt it to the confines of your RV kitchen, you present your creation at the gathering, hoping to blend in unnoticed. However, to your surprise, your creation steals the spotlight, earning rave reviews as the “wonderful Tiramisu.” Thus, the Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu is born, a dessert so beloved it has become a staple at gatherings, albeit now elegantly served in a glass trifle bowl. Now, it’s your turn to recreate this culinary magic and delight your guests with its creamy decadence.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 | Cream cheese |
| 1 | Cup powdered sugar |
| 1/4 | Cup instant coffee granules |
| 2-3 | Cups Cool Whip Topping |
| 1 1/2 | Cups fresh raspberries |
| 3 | Cups pound cake, cut into 1-inch cubes |
| 2 | Ounces chocolate shavings |
Instructions
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Preparation: Begin by cutting the pound cake into uniform 1-inch cubes. Set them aside, ready to be layered with luscious goodness.
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Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and instant coffee granules. Beat the ingredients until smooth and well incorporated, creating a velvety base for your Tiramisu.
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Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the Cool Whip Topping into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring a light and airy texture that will melt in your mouth with every bite.
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Layering: Now, it’s time to assemble your masterpiece! In a tall-sided glass bowl or a 13x9x2-inch dish, begin by layering half of the pound cake cubes at the bottom.
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Berries: Next, sprinkle a generous cup of fresh raspberries over the pound cake layer, adding a burst of vibrant color and fruity sweetness to your dessert creation.
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Cream Cheese Magic: Spoon half of the prepared cream cheese mixture over the berries, spreading it evenly to cover the layer below.
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Chocolate Indulgence: Sprinkle half of the chocolate shavings over the cream cheese layer, adding a decadent touch that will tantalize the taste buds.
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Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process once more, starting with the remaining pound cake cubes, followed by another cup of fresh raspberries, the rest of the cream cheese mixture, and the remaining chocolate shavings.
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Final Touch: Finish off your Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu by topping it with the remaining fresh raspberries, arranging them artfully to create a visually stunning presentation that will impress your guests.
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Chill: Cover your masterpiece and refrigerate it until serving time or overnight, allowing the flavors to meld together and the dessert to set into a heavenly treat that is sure to leave everyone craving for more.
Indulge in the creamy richness of this Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu, where every spoonful is a taste of pure bliss. Whether it’s a potluck, a gathering of friends, or simply a sweet craving you wish to satisfy, this dessert is your ticket to culinary delight. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and savor the magic of homemade goodness with every bite. Enjoy! 🍰✨
