Peach Tiramisu Italian Dessert (Print)
A light yet indulgent Italian dessert combining fresh peaches with creamy mascarpone and delicate ladyfingers.
# 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 Make:
01 - Toss peach slices with lemon juice and sugar in a bowl. Set aside for 10 minutes to macerate and release natural juices.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whip cold heavy cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until soft peaks form.
03 - Combine mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract in another bowl. Mix until completely smooth and creamy.
04 - Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
05 - Combine peach juice and schnapps (if using) in a shallow dish.
06 - Quickly dip each ladyfinger into peach juice mixture, ensuring moistening without soaking through.
07 - Arrange half soaked ladyfingers in single layer at bottom of 9x7 inch serving dish. Spread half mascarpone cream evenly over ladyfingers, then top with half sliced peaches.
08 - Repeat with remaining soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and peach slices to complete second layer.
09 - Cover dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.
10 - Remove from refrigerator and garnish with fresh mint leaves immediately before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of sweet peaches and rich mascarpone creates this incredible light yet indulgent dessert that feels fancy but comes together in under 30 minutes
- It is a stunning make ahead dessert that actually gets better after sitting in the fridge, making it perfect for dinner parties or summer gatherings
02 -
- The ladyfingers will continue absorbing liquid in the fridge, so do not oversoak them during assembly or you will end up with dessert soup instead of tiramisu
- Room temperature mascarpone is the difference between silky smooth cream and a lumpy disappointment you have to strain through a sieve
03 -
- A sprinkle of crushed amaretti cookies between layers adds this amazing almond crunch that takes the whole thing to another level
- If your ladyfingers are particularly soft to begin with, skip the soaking entirely and just brush them with the juice mixture instead