Decadent Strawberry Tiramisu Cups
A light, creamy, and refreshing homemade dessert featuring layers of mascarpone cream, strawberry syrup-soaked ladyfingers, and fresh strawberries—perfect for summer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- About 20 ladyfinger cookies
- 1/2 cup strawberry syrup or juice (homemade or store-bought)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Macerate the strawberries by combining sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Let sit for about 10 minutes until juicy and syrupy.
- Prepare the strawberry syrup by simmering some macerated strawberries with water and sugar until thickened, then cool completely. Alternatively, use store-bought syrup.
- Whip the heavy cream with 2 tablespoons sugar and vanilla extract in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form, about 5 minutes.
- Gently fold mascarpone cheese to loosen it, then carefully fold in the whipped cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the strawberry syrup to soak lightly without becoming soggy.
- Assemble the cups by layering soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and macerated strawberries. Repeat layers if desired, finishing with mascarpone cream and strawberry slices on top.
- Chill the assembled cups in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld and cream set.
Notes
Use fresh ripe strawberries for best flavor. Avoid over-soaking ladyfingers to keep texture. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream. Fold mascarpone and cream gently to keep mixture airy. Prepare and assemble up to a day ahead for better flavor. Substitute mascarpone and cream for dairy-free versions for vegan adaptation. Use gluten-free ladyfingers or sponge cake for gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
Keywords: strawberry tiramisu, summer dessert, easy tiramisu, no bake dessert, mascarpone dessert, fresh strawberries, quick dessert