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Strawberry Tiramisu

Strawberry Tiramisu: Your New Favorite Summer Delight

Strawberry Tiramisu is a refreshing twist on a classic dessert, perfect for summer gatherings with its creamy layers and fresh strawberries.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Confit
  • 2 cups Strawberries Fresh, can substitute with other berries
  • ½ cup Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can use arrowroot powder for gluten-free option
For the Cream Layer
  • 1 cup Cream Cheese or Mascarpone For dairy-free, use coconut cream or plant-based cream cheese
  • 1 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Look for vegan alternatives if needed
  • ½ cup Coconut Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for variety
For Assembly
  • 1 package Ladyfingers Can substitute with sponge cake or gluten-free cookies

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x9-inch dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the strawberries and slice them into quarters. In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 10 minutes on medium heat, stirring until softened.
  2. Mix cornstarch with water, stir into the saucepan, and cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and coconut cream, mixing until creamy. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Take a 9x9-inch dish, layer ladyfingers at the bottom, brush with strawberry confit. Add cream layer, followed by strawberry confit. Repeat layers until used up, finishing with cream on top.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for best results.
  6. Before serving, dust with powdered strawberry or fresh slices of strawberries. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dessert is best enjoyed cold. For optimal taste, consume within 2 days. Can be frozen for up to 1 month if wrapped securely.

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