Hot Chocolate Tiramisu
Hot chocolate tiramisu brings cozy cocoa flavor to every creamy layer. Try this hot chocolate tiramisu recipe for an impressive yet simple dessert that’s perfect for gatherings.
Servings: 12
Equipment
Ingredients
Mascarpone Cream
- 1½ cups mascarpone cheese
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ tbsp vanilla paste
- 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
Chocolate Ganache
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream hot
- Pinch of salt
Hot Chocolate Soak
- ½ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee hot
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks or chips
- ¼ cup whole milk hot
Assembly
- 1 package ladyfingers
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the mascarpone, sugar, and vanilla. Beat just until smooth and creamy, being careful not to overmix.1½ cups mascarpone cheese, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 1½ tbsp vanilla paste
- With the mixer on low, slowly pour in the cold heavy whipping cream. Increase speed and beat until soft peaks form. Do not overwhip, or it can curdle and separate; you want it to be creamy. Set aside.2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
- To make the ganache, place the chopped chocolate and salt in a bowl. Pour the hot heavy cream over the chocolate and let it sit for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool while you assemble the tiramisu.¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate, ½ cup heavy cream, Pinch of salt
- For the hot chocolate soak, combine the hot espresso, chocolate chunks, and hot milk in a bowl. Whisk until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Let it cool slightly so it’s warm but not too hot.½ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks or chips, ¼ cup whole milk
- To assemble, quickly dip each ladyfinger into the warm chocolate soak (do not oversoak) and arrange in a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) dish.1 package ladyfingers
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of soaked ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone cream.
- Pour the ganache evenly over the top layer and smooth gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Optional: Dust with cocoa powder before serving.Unsweetened cocoa powder
Nutrition
Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 1145IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 1mg
