Peach Tiramisu Italian Dessert (Print Version)
Refreshing Italian dessert with ripe peaches, creamy mascarpone filling, and delicate ladyfingers. Light yet indulgent summer treat.
# What You Need:
→ Peaches
01 - 4 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Mascarpone Cream
04 - 1 cup heavy cream, cold
05 - 8 oz mascarpone cheese, room temperature
06 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Assembly
08 - 24 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
09 - 1/2 cup peach juice or nectar
10 - 2 tablespoons peach schnapps (optional)
11 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a bowl, toss the peach slices with lemon juice and sugar. Set aside for 10 minutes to macerate and release juices.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
03 - In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
04 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined and creamy.
05 - Combine peach juice and schnapps (if using) in a shallow dish.
06 - Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the peach juice mixture, ensuring they are moistened but not soggy.
07 - Arrange half of the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer at the bottom of a 9x7 inch serving dish. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, then top with half of the sliced peaches.
08 - Repeat with another layer of soaked ladyfingers, the remaining cream, and the rest of the peaches.
09 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
10 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The peach infusion makes every bite taste like summer captured in sweet cream
- It comes together faster than you would believe, no oven required whatsoever
02 -
- Over soaking the ladyfingers is the number one mistake, dip and remove immediately
- Cold mascarpone will curdle when mixed, so let it sit on the counter for at least 30 minutes
03 -
- Sprinkle crushed amaretti cookies between layers for a subtle almond flavor and crunch
- A dusting of cinnamon right before serving adds warmth that plays beautifully with the peaches