Description
This White Chocolate-Strawberry Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining creamy mascarpone, smooth white chocolate, and fresh strawberries layered between orange juice-soaked ladyfingers. Light, luscious, and bursting with fruity freshness, it’s perfect for special occasions or a refreshing summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Mixture
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (4 oz) mascarpone cheese
- 9 oz white baking chocolate, melted and cooled
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, divided
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Layers
- 2 packages (3 oz each) ladyfingers, split
- â…” cup orange juice
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Optional
- Chocolate syrup (for drizzle)
Instructions
- Prepare the Whipped Cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Set aside carefully to maintain its light texture.
- Make the Creamy Mixture: Beat the softened cream cheese and mascarpone cheese together until fluffy. Gradually add the melted and cooled white chocolate, half of the confectioners’ sugar (½ cup), and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Gently fold in half of the whipped cream ensuring a light and airy consistency.
- Layer the Tiramisu: Brush half of the ladyfingers with half of the orange juice and arrange them in a 13Ă—9-inch dish to form the first layer. Spread half of the creamy mixture over the ladyfingers, then evenly distribute half of the sliced strawberries on top.
- Add the Second Layer: Brush the remaining ladyfingers with the rest of the orange juice and place them over the strawberry layer. Mix the remaining ½ cup confectioners’ sugar into the remaining cream mixture, then gently fold in the remaining whipped cream. Spread this mixture evenly over the second layer of ladyfingers.
- Top & Chill: Arrange the remaining strawberries on top of the second cream layer. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally drizzle with chocolate syrup for an extra touch of decadence and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the white chocolate is melted and cooled to prevent melting the creamy mixture when combined.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Refrigeration time is key for the tiramisu to set and for flavors to blend perfectly.
- Ladyfingers soak quickly in the orange juice; brush them lightly to avoid sogginess.
- For a less sweet version, reduce the confectioners’ sugar by a quarter cup.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
