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Blackberry Tiramisu Dessert

A no-bake, fruity twist on classic Italian tiramisu with layers of mascarpone cream and fresh blackberries.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Berry Soak
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
Cream Layer
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Sponge Layer
  • 12-15 ladyfinger biscuits
  • 1/2 cup blackberry syrup from berry soak
Garnish
  • fresh blackberries
  • cocoa powder or chocolate shavings
  • fresh mint leaves

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Cook 5–7 minutes until berries release juice. Strain and reserve syrup.
  2. Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Mix mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture.
  3. Dip ladyfingers quickly in cooled blackberry syrup and arrange in a single layer in serving dish.
  4. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over ladyfingers. Add a layer of fresh blackberries.
  5. Repeat with remaining soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. Smooth top with spatula.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings, garnish with fresh blackberries and mint leaves.

Notes

Adjust sugar according to berry tartness. Can be made in individual cups for portion control.