Delicious and Simple Recipe for Easy Ricotta Tiramisu

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Delicious and Simple Recipe for Easy Ricotta Tiramisu
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 26, 2023

Indulge in the creamy and decadent flavors of this Easy Ricotta Tiramisu. Made with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a luscious ricotta cheese mixture, this classic Italian dessert is easy to make and absolutely delightful. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, you can impress your family and friends with this impressive sweet treat. This recipe serves 8 people and is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 24 ladyfingers
  • 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Directions

  1. Pour the brewed coffee into a shallow dish
  2. Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee and arrange them in a single layer in the bottom of an 8x8-inch dish
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture
  6. Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the ladyfingers
  7. Dip the remaining ladyfingers in coffee and create a second layer on top of the ricotta mixture
  8. Spread the remaining ricotta mixture over the second layer of ladyfingers
  9. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight
  10. Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder
  11. Slice and serve chilled

Interesting Facts

  • Tiramisu means 'pick me up' in Italian, referring to the coffee in the dessert that gives it a caffeine boost
  • The traditional recipe for tiramisu uses mascarpone cheese, but this version uses ricotta cheese for a lighter twist
  • Tiramisu originated in the Veneto region of Italy and gained popularity in the 1960s