Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine pitted cherries with water over medium heat. Gently mash the cherries to release their juices. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and strain the cherry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing to extract as much juice as possible. Stir in sugar and lemon juice until dissolved. Allow to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the heavy cream on medium speed until thickened and stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, alternating with the cooled cherry juice, using a spatula to maintain a light texture.
- In a shallow bowl, mix brewed coffee with cherry amaretto. Stir well to combine.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee-amaretto mixture and arrange them in a single layer in a rectangular dish.
- Spread half of the cherry-infused mascarpone mixture evenly over the soaked ladyfingers.
- Repeat the process with more ladyfingers and top with the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, prepare the cherry sauce by heating additional cherries, water, and sugar. Bring to a gentle boil, then blend until smooth.
- Serve with cherry sauce poured over and garnish with fresh cherries and chocolate flakes.
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Notes
Choose fresh cherries for the best flavor but frozen can work too. Ensure to refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving.
