Twist on Tiramisu
Looking for a showstopping dessert with a fragrant twist? This "Twist on Tiramisu" reinvents the classic Italian favorite with the warm, spiced flavors of chai tea. Instead of the traditional coffee soak, delicate ladyfinger cookies are infused with aromatic chai, while the mascarpone filling is elevated with a blend of cinnamon, cardamom, and velvety whipped cream. Topped with a dusting of cocoa powder and powdered sugar, this no-bake dessert comes together effortlessly in just 20 minutes and is the perfect fusion of creamy decadence and cozy spice. Ideal for entertaining or an indulgent weeknight treat, this chai tiramisu serves six and is best enjoyed chilled after its rich flavors have melded together in the refrigerator.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces Ladyfinger cookies
- 4 Chai tea bags
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 8 ounces Mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
Instructions
Steep the chai tea bags in 2 cups of boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool completely.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, being careful not to deflate the cream.
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled chai tea, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
Arrange a single layer of the soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9x9-inch baking dish.
Spread half of the mascarpone mixture evenly over the layer of ladyfingers.
Repeat the process with a second layer of chai-soaked ladyfingers and top with the remaining mascarpone mixture.
Dust the top generously with cocoa powder, using a fine-mesh sieve, and sprinkle powdered sugar on top for extra sweetness.
Refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy your chai-inspired twist on tiramisu!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.0 g | 260% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.6 g | 628% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 836 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.8 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
