Description
Decadent Chocolate Ricotta Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, marrying rich chocolate with creamy ricotta for an unforgettable experience. Each layer features coffee-soaked ladyfingers enveloped in a velvety filling, creating a mouthwatering treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and customizable, this indulgent dessert will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 6 oz dark chocolate (high-quality)
- 1 cup espresso coffee (freshly brewed and cooled)
- 24 savoiardi (ladyfingers)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
- Brew espresso and allow it to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mascarpone, and sugar. Beat until smooth.
- Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave, then fold it into the ricotta mixture.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso and layer them in a serving dish.
- Spread half of the chocolate-ricotta mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers followed by the remaining filling.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to meld flavors.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using flavored liqueurs like amaretto or experimenting with different extracts like vanilla. Store leftovers tightly covered in the fridge for up to three days.