Cheat's no-cook tiramisu
I love the bittersweetness of tiramisu, the lightness of the cream layers and the soft, sponginess of the coffee soaked savoiardi. It's definitely comfort food. This version is kid-friendly and doesn't contain alcohol. However, you're welcome to add a shot (or two) of Italian masala wine (as is traditional), sweet dessert wine or brandy to the coffee at the soaking stage.
Ingredients:
- 500 g large packet of savoiardi ((Italian sponge finger biscuits))
- 1 cup double strength black coffee
- 250 g marscapone
- 600 mL thickened cream ((whipped))
- 300 mL store bought custard
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 100 grams dark chocolate
In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone, 300mL whipped cream and custard.
In a large serving bowl, make a single flat layer of savoiardi biscuits. Sprinkle 1/3 cup coffee evenly over the biscuits.
Pour over 1/2 of the mascarpone mixture and spread to cover the surface evenly. Grate over a fine layer of chocolate.
Repeat steps 2, 3 and then finish on a savoiardi / coffee layer.
Add sugar and vanilla extract to the remaining 300mL of whipped cream then pip or spread over the top of the tiramisu.
Dust generously with cocoa powder.
Chill tiramisu uncovered in the refrigerator for at least 2 1/2 hours or up to 5 hours.
