Strawberry-White Chocolate Tiramisu ππ«
Description: I stumbled upon this delightful dessert while searching for something elegant yet effortless to serve to guests. The Strawberry-White Chocolate Tiramisu not only boasts a picturesque appearance but also requires minimal effort to assemble. It reaches its peak flavor when prepared a day in advance, making it a perfect make-ahead option for entertaining.
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours and 10 minutes
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Strawberry, Berries, Fruit, European, Weeknight, Refrigerator
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 453.5
- Fat Content: 29.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 156.9mg
- Sodium Content: 112.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 42.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 30g
- Protein Content: 6.6g
Ingredients:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese
- 1 cup white chocolate morsels
- 3 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1 1/4 cups brandy
- 2 cups ladyfingers
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Melt the white chocolate morsels and 1/4 cup of heavy cream over hot water, stirring until smooth; then allow it to cool completely. |
| 2 | In a large mixer bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy. |
| 3 | Stir in the melted white chocolate mixture into the cream cheese until well combined. |
| 4 | In a separate small mixer bowl, beat the remaining 1 1/4 cups of heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture. |
| 5 | Line the sides of a 9 x 3-inch springform pan with halves of ladyfingers, placing the cut sides inward. |
| 6 | Arrange half of the remaining ladyfingers on the bottom of the pan. |
| 7 | In a small bowl, combine the coffee and brandy, then brush half of this mixture over the ladyfingers in the bottom of the pan. |
| 8 | Cover the ladyfingers with half of the cream cheese filling. |
| 9 | Layer half of the sliced strawberries over the cream cheese mixture. |
| 10 | Repeat the layers with the remaining ladyfingers, coffee mixture, and cream cheese mixture. |
| 11 | Top the tiramisu with the remaining sliced strawberries, arranging them attractively on top. |
| 12 | Cover the pan and refrigerate until set, for at least 4 hours or overnight. |
| 13 | Before serving, remove the sides of the springform pan. |
Final Thoughts:
The Strawberry-White Chocolate Tiramisu is a decadent twist on the classic Italian dessert, infused with the sweetness of strawberries and the richness of white chocolate. Whether it’s a special occasion or a casual weeknight treat, this indulgent dessert is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and elegant presentation. Enjoy making memories as you savor each creamy, fruity bite of this irresistible dessert!
