This delicious Tiramisu Toffee Dessert is perfect for any special occasion or when you want to treat yourself to something extra special. It combines the flavors of a classic tiramisu with the delectable crunch of toffee, creating a heavenly dessert that will impress your family and friends. With layers of creamy mascarpone filling, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and a generous sprinkling of toffee bits, this dessert is a true showstopper. It takes just a little effort and some chilling time, but the end result is well worth it. Get ready to indulge in this delightful and irresistible treat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 24 ladyfingers
- 1/4 cup toffee bits
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and sugar together until soft peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
- In a shallow dish, combine the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur, if using.
- One at a time, dip half of the ladyfingers into the coffee mixture, making sure to coat both sides evenly.
- Place the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer at the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight if possible.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the toffee bits evenly over the top of the dessert.
- Using a fine-mesh sieve, dust the surface with cocoa powder.
- Cut into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy!
