Looking for a quick and easy tiramisu recipe that’s also egg-free? Look no further than this Chocolate Tiramisu! In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a decadent dessert that’s sure to impress.
Tiramisu is a classic favorite, especially among coffee lovers, and this version adds a rich chocolate twist to the traditional recipe. Plus, since it’s egg-free, it’s perfect for those with dietary restrictions or concerns!
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What is tiramisu?
Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert that is made by soaking lady fingers in a mixture of coffee and brandy. It has layers of a mascarpone filling with eggs and sugar. It has a nice thick coating of cocoa powder on top.
Easy no bake
Like our easy tiramisu, we love that this chocolate tiramisu recipe is so easy to put together. You assemble it and refrigerate it overnight so the ladyfingers can soak up all of the coffee. Our version has no brandy, but feel free to add it if you prefer.
Traditionally tiramisu is made by separating the eggs and whipping both the yolks and egg whites with sugar. You fold both mixtures with mascarpone cheese to get a nice and decadent filling. Our recipe cuts all of these steps out, plus not everyone enjoys the idea of eating raw eggs.
How to make this easy chocolate tiramisu
- Mascarpone Filling. In a large bowl combine the cold heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, coffee, and sugar. Beat until medium peaks. The mixture will be light, fluffy, and airy.
- Coffee. Brew the instant espresso or strong coffee. While the coffee is hot, add sugar and stir until it dissolves. Add the cold half and half to cool it down.
- Assembly. Dip each ladyfinger in the sweetened espresso. Arrange in a 9×9 baking dish. Add half of the mascarpone cream mixture. Repeat another layer, ending with the mascarpone cream.
- Refrigerate. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Cocoa Powder. Before serving dust with a nice thick layer of cocoa powder or garnish with chocolate shavings.
Substitutions and variations
Mascarpone. If you can’t find mascarpone, you can substitute with cream cheese. Just note that it will have a slight “cheesecake” texture and flavor!
Ladyfingers. This recipe can be substituted with any sponge cake or cookie. We’ve even done it with Oreo cookies, and it’s fabulous! Try our Oreo Mocha Icebox Cake.
Chocolate. Turn this tiramisu into a plain tiramisu by leaving out the cocoa powder. You can add any flavor such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
Notes
Make this in advance. Tiramisu gets better and better the longer it sits as it really soaks in all the flavors and the ladyfingers soften beautifully.
Freeze. This recipe can be assembled per the instructions and then frozen. Do not add the cocoa powder. Double wrap it with saran wrap and aluminum foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight then before serving dust with cocoa powder.
Easy Chocolate Tiramisu
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold heavy cream
- 12 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup chilled espresso or strong brewed coffee
- 2 Tablespoons cold brewed espresso
- 2 Tablespoons unsweetend cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 14 ounces lady fingers
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup half and half
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, mascarpone, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 tbsp espresso, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Beat until stiff peaks.2 cups cold heavy cream, 12 ounces mascarpone cheese, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 3/4 cup chilled espresso or strong brewed coffee, 2 Tablespoons cold brewed espresso, 2 Tablespoons unsweetend cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- In a small deep bowl add 3/4 cup espresso, half and half, and 2 tbsp sugar. Mix until sugar is dissolved. *Tip: When espresso is warm, add sugar to dissolve faster.1/4 cup half and half, 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- Dip each lady finger in the espresso mixture and place in a 9×9 baking dish. Spoon a few tablespoons of espresso mixture over the lady fingers just to make sure they are soaked well. Add half of the mascarpone whipped cream. Repeat layer. Refrigerate overnight.14 ounces lady fingers
- Top with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder.
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Nutrition
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This recipe can easily be doubled for a 13×9 baking dish.
hey girls ๐, where is the chocolate in this recipe?
thanks
Hi! There’s cocoa powder in the mascarpone mixture and dusted on top. ๐
Xo,
Alia & Radwa
Hi there, what is half and half in your ingredients? sorry may sound Silly but in our part of the world (UK) we haven’t got half and half.
Not silly at all! Half & Half is just half milk and half cream.
Can I use cream cheese rather than mascarpone? If so, 12 oz?
Absolutely! It will have more of a cheesecake flavor/texture!