Italy has always been ahead of the pack when it comes to desserts. And Tiramisu, Panna Cotta, Zabaione & Co. are so tasty that there are numerous variations to choose from. For those who are not so keen on coffee and chocolate, they can always try an alternative creation. Our Strawberry and Orange Liqueur Delight may not be a true Tiramisu, but we’re confident it’s just as tasty!
Strawberry & Orange Liqueur Delight
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups mascarpone
- 6.8 fl oz cream
- vanilla flavoring
- 4 egg yolks
- 0.5 cup sugar
- 4 fl oz water
- 0.67 cup sugar
- 1.4 fl oz orange liqueur
- 5.3 oz Ladyfingers
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, cut into slices
- 6 fresh strawberries, whole
- fresh mint
Instructions
- Mix the mascarpone with the cream and add a few drops of vanilla flavoring. Heat the egg yolks in a water bath and add the sugar. Beat the mixture with a whisk until foamy and fold it into the mascarpone and cream.
- Heat water and sugar in a pan until the sugar has dissolved. Add the orange liqueur and let it cool.
- Dunk the Ladyfingers in the sweet liqueur water and lay them in a baking pan. Spread half of the mascarpone cream on top and smooth it out. Decorate with strawberry slices. Repeat with another layer of Ladyfingers and the remaining cream.
- Carve the whole strawberries into roses. Pluck mint leaves and wash them. Distribute them evenly on the mascarpone cream and place one strawberry on top of every two leaves.
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How’s that for a fresh, fruity dessert? For strawberry fans, this is as good as it gets. And with your carefully-sculpted strawberry roses, this makes a great centerpiece for the sweet course at any dinner party. Enjoy!