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Luscious Raspberry Tiramisu Recipe

5 from 120 reviews

Luscious Raspberry Tiramisu is a vibrant twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of delicate ladyfinger cookies soaked in a raspberry syrup, luscious mascarpone cream, and sweet homemade raspberry jam. This no-bake dessert is refreshing, rich, and perfect for preparing ahead of time to develop deep, fruity flavors.

Ingredients

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Raspberry Jam

  • 500g frozen raspberries
  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Raspberry Syrup

  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 120g water
  • 30g frozen raspberries
  • 3 tablespoons limoncello (optional)

Mascarpone Filling

  • 450g cold mascarpone cheese
  • 120g powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
  • 480g cold heavy cream (500ml)

Assembly

  • 25 ladyfinger cookies
  • Fresh raspberries for decoration
  • Lemon slices for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Raspberry Jam: Add raspberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the raspberries thaw and break down, then the mixture starts bubbling. Lower the heat to a simmer, stirring occasionally and mashing the raspberries with a rubber spatula to release their flavor.
  2. Simmer the Jam: Continue to simmer for 23-25 minutes until the jam thickens. Test by placing a small amount on the back of a spoon and drawing a line through it—if it stays separated without running, it’s ready. Transfer the jam to a shallow bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 1 hour until cool.
  3. Make Raspberry Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and raspberries over high heat. Stir until sugar dissolves and the mixture boils. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, while breaking down the berries with a rubber spatula.
  4. Strain Syrup and Add Limoncello: Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding raspberry seeds. Stir in limoncello, if using, and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
  5. Prepare Mascarpone Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla paste for about 30 seconds until combined. Scrape down the bowl sides.
  6. Whisk Heavy Cream: Add cold heavy cream to the mascarpone mixture and whisk until medium-stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy filling.
  7. Assemble First Layer: Spread a thin layer of the mascarpone cream at the bottom of your chosen dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the raspberry syrup twice on each side and arrange them in a single layer over the cream.
  8. Add Layers: Spread half of the remaining mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers, then spoon half of the raspberry jam on top in an even layer.
  9. Repeat Layers: Add another layer of dipped ladyfingers, then top with the remaining mascarpone cream, reserving the remaining raspberry jam for serving.
  10. Chill: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
  11. Final Touches: Before serving, spread the reserved raspberry jam evenly on top. Decorate with fresh raspberries and lemon slices as desired for an elegant presentation.

Notes

  • This dessert is best prepared a day ahead to enhance flavors fully.
  • Store the tiramisu in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
  • Use a fine mesh sieve for smooth raspberry syrup without seeds.
  • Dipping ladyfingers quickly helps maintain the perfect texture, preventing sogginess.
  • Optional limoncello adds a subtle citrusy kick, but can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.

Keywords: Raspberry Tiramisu, No-bake dessert, Italian dessert, Mascarpone recipe, Raspberry jam, Ladyfinger dessert