Tuscan Tiramisu Sundae

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Published by fandango Dessert, Italian cuisine
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Servings Difficulty Prep time Cook time Total time
4 Intermediate 10 min 0 min 10 min

This light and airy dessert offers the classic flavors of a tiramisu with a modern twist. A layer of cheese cream and espresso-soaked ladyfingers are topped with a soft layer of dark chocolate shavings.

Did you know?

Did you know? Tiramisu literally translates to 'pick-me-up', as the dessert is believed to have energizing properties!

Growing up, I always spent my summers in a picturesque Tuscan village, where my grandmother owned a trattoria. I’ve drawn upon my childhood memories to create this unique take on the classic tiramisu. It's a light and airy assemblage of cheese cream, espresso-soaked lady fingers, and freshly grated nutmeg, topped with a soft layer of dark chocolate shavings - an unexpected but delightful treat!This dish can be served as a dessert or an after-dinner parfait. It's a great way to show off the flavors of Italian cuisine to any guest.

Ingredients

  • 125 g cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 50 ml espresso or strongly brewed coffee, cooled
  • 4 ladyfingers, split in half lengthwise
  • Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste
  • 60 g dark chocolate, grated

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and espresso or coffee.
  2. Dip the halves of the ladyfingers into the cheese cream mixture.
  3. Arrange the dipped lady finges in dessert bowls. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  4. Top with the grated chocolate.
  5. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes to set before serving.

Add some extra love

Serve the panna cotta in glasses for a more sophisticated presentation. For an even more indulgent dessert, top with whipped cream.

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