Description
This Easy Gingerbread Tiramisu is a festive twist on the classic Italian dessert, blending rich mascarpone cream with the warm spices of gingerbread cookies and a touch of eggnog. Layers of coffee-soaked gingerbread cookies and whipped mascarpone mixture make an indulgent, creamy dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tiramisu Mixture
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 1⁄4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 1⁄4 cups mascarpone cheese
- 1⁄2 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp rum extract
For the Cookie Layer
- 40 gingerbread cookies
- 1/2 cup hot coffee
Crumble Topping
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
- Crushed gingerbread cookies, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This creates the light, airy base for the tiramisu filling. Set aside.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the egg yolks and powdered sugar. Mix until the mixture turns a pale yellow and is well combined, ensuring a smooth and creamy texture.
- Add Mascarpone: Incorporate the mascarpone cheese into the egg yolk mixture, whipping until smooth and free of lumps for a rich and creamy filling.
- Fold Cream and Cheese Mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone and egg yolk mixture until fully combined and smooth, making sure there are no streaks visible.
- Prepare Coffee Mixture: In a small bowl, combine hot coffee, rum extract, and eggnog thoroughly. This mixture will be used for dipping the gingerbread cookies to infuse them with flavor and moisture.
- Layer the Tiramisu: Dip each gingerbread cookie quickly but fully into the coffee mixture, then arrange an even layer at the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking dish. Fill the bottom with approximately nine cookies, adjusting for size as necessary.
- Add Filling Layer: Spread a layer of the tiramisu filling evenly over the dipped gingerbread cookies.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering dipped cookies and filling, alternating until you reach the top of the dish with about 4-5 layers total. The final layer should be the tiramisu filling.
- Add Topping: Using a sifter, dust a generous layer of cocoa powder over the top of the final filling layer. Sprinkle crushed gingerbread cookies over the cocoa for added texture and flavor.
- Chill: Place the tiramisu in the refrigerator and chill for 90 minutes to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld perfectly.
- Serve: Remove from the fridge when ready to serve. Spoon out portions to enjoy the delicious layers of gingerbread and creamy eggnog-infused tiramisu.
Notes
- Dip gingerbread cookies quickly in coffee mixture to prevent them from becoming too soggy.
- Ensure the whipped cream is at stiff peaks before folding to maintain a light texture.
- Use fresh eggs for safety and best taste when preparing the egg yolk mixture.
- The tiramisu can be made a day ahead to enhance flavor blending.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum extract or substitute with vanilla extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
