Banana Tiramisu
A delightful twist on traditional tiramisu, this Banana Tiramisu layers ripe bananas, creamy mascarpone, and coffee-soaked ladyfingers for a unique dessert experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas Ensure they are ripe for optimal sweetness.
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese Substitute with plant-based cream cheese if dairy-free.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- ½ cup sugar Use a sugar substitute if desired.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled Good-quality coffee enhances the flavor.
- 24 pieces ladyfinger cookies Can use gluten-free alternatives if needed.
- Cocoa powder For dusting on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Slice the ripe bananas and set them aside. Make sure your coffee has cooled down before dipping the ladyfingers.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip until smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
- Dip each ladyfinger briefly into the brewed coffee, ensuring not to soak them.
- In a serving dish, arrange half of the dipped ladyfingers at the bottom.
- Layer half of the banana slices on top of the ladyfingers.
- Spread half of the cream mixture over the banana layer evenly.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients.
- Dust the top with cocoa powder.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours.
- After chilling, scoop out portions to serve.
Notes
Best enjoyed within the first few days to avoid bananas browning too much. Can be frozen for up to one month.