Indulge in the unique blend of fresh matcha and sweet - tart strawberries in this Strawberry Matcha Tiramisu. The recipe details ingredient prep and simple steps to layer ladyfingers, matcha mascarpone, and strawberries for a homemade dessert masterpiece.
Ingredients
Matcha Soaking Liquid:
- 2 tsp matcha powder
- ¾ cup hot water
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
Strawberry Mascarpone Cream:
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup strawberry puree blend fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Assembly:
- 1 pack ladyfingers savoiardi
- Fresh strawberries cut into heart shapes for decoration
- Matcha powder for dusting
Instructions
Prepare the Matcha Soaking Liquid:
- Whisk matcha powder with hot water until smooth.
- Stir in honey or sugar, then let cool.
Make the Strawberry Mascarpone Cream:
- In a bowl, whisk mascarpone and strawberry puree until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
Assemble the Tiramisu:
- Dip ladyfingers into the matcha liquid (briefly to avoid sogginess).
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in a dish.
- Spread half of the strawberry mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat another layer of dipped ladyfingers and spread the remaining cream on top.
Decorate:
- Arrange heart-shaped strawberry slices around the sides and on top.
- Dust with matcha powder for a finishing touch.
Chill & Serve:
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
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