Description
Berry Tiramisu Trifle is an easy, no-bake creamy layered dessert combining fresh mixed berries, ladyfinger cookies, and a luscious mascarpone cream. This Italian-American-inspired treat offers a deliciously light and fruity twist on classic tiramisu, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Berry Mixture
- 1 pound fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Cheese Cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
Whipped Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other
- 1 package ladyfinger cookies (about 24)
- 1/4 cup berry liqueur or fruit juice (optional)
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the berries: In a medium bowl, toss the fresh mixed berries with granulated sugar and allow them to sit for 10 minutes. This helps release their natural juices, enhancing the flavor and creating a delicious syrupy layer.
- Make the cheese mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and mascarpone cheese together until smooth and creamy. This will form the rich, velvety base for your tiramisu layers.
- Whip the cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream along with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. The whipped cream adds lightness and volume to the dessert.
- Combine cream mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese and mascarpone mixture until fully combined, ensuring a smooth and fluffy consistency without deflating the whipped cream.
- Prepare ladyfingers: If using berry liqueur or fruit juice, quickly dip each ladyfinger into the liquid to soak them lightly. Avoid soaking too long to prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the trifle: In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer half of the soaked ladyfingers at the bottom, followed by half of the sugared berry mixture, and then half of the cream cheese and whipped cream mixture. Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers, berries, and cream layers.
- Chill: Cover the trifle with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
- Serve: Before serving, dust the top layer of the trifle with cocoa powder for a classic tiramisu finish that adds a slight bitterness complementing the sweet berries and cream.
Notes
- For added texture, consider sprinkling crushed nuts or chocolate shavings between the layers.
- This dessert can be prepared a day in advance and keeps well refrigerated, making it ideal for parties or gatherings.
- Choose fresh, firm berries to maintain the best flavor and texture in your trifle.
