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Easy Gingerbread Tiramisu Recipe

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  • Author: Julian
  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Easy Gingerbread Tiramisu is a festive twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of coffee-dipped gingerbread cookies and a rich mascarpone cream whipped with eggnog and rum extract. Perfectly spiced and decadently creamy, it’s an ideal no-bake treat to prepare ahead for holiday gatherings or cozy winter nights.

Ingredients

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Whipped Cream Mixture

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 1/4 cups mascarpone cheese

Other Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 40 gingerbread cookies
  • 1/2 cup hot coffee
  • 1 tsp rum extract
  • Cocoa powder, for dusting
  • Crushed gingerbread cookies, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Whip the Heavy Cream: In a mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set this aside to keep air incorporated for a fluffy texture.
  2. Prepare the Mascarpone Mixture: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix egg yolks and powdered sugar until the mixture lightens in color to a pale yellow. Add the mascarpone cheese and whip together until smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Combine Creams: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone-egg yolk mixture until fully combined, ensuring there are no streaks and the mixture is homogeneous.
  4. Mix Dipping Liquid: In a small bowl, combine hot coffee, rum extract, and eggnog, stirring thoroughly to create a flavorful soaking liquid for the cookies.
  5. Prepare Baking Dish: Set up a 9×9 inch baking dish along with the gingerbread cookies, tiramisu mixture, and coffee dipping liquid for assembly.
  6. Dip Cookies: Quickly dip each gingerbread cookie fully into the coffee mixture, making sure not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess, and place nine cookies to cover the bottom of the baking dish. Adjust for cookie size and shape to fill the layer evenly.
  7. Add a Layer of Filling: Spread a generous layer of the whipped mascarpone cream evenly over the dipped cookies.
  8. Repeat Layers: Continue layering dipped cookies and mascarpone filling until the baking dish is filled, aiming for about 4-5 layers. Finish with a final layer of the cream mixture on top.
  9. Top and Garnish: Sift cocoa powder over the top layer, and scatter crushed gingerbread cookies for extra texture and decoration if desired.
  10. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled tiramisu for at least 1.5 hours to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
  11. Serve: Remove from fridge and serve by spoonfuls, enjoying the harmonious layers of spiced gingerbread, rich mascarpone cream, and subtle eggnog and rum notes.

Notes

  • Use freshly brewed hot coffee for best flavor in dipping mixture.
  • Do not soak the cookies too long as they can become mushy.
  • Chilling time can be extended overnight for enhanced flavor development.
  • Egg yolks are used raw; ensure they are fresh and from a trusted source or consider using pasteurized yolks for safety.
  • This dessert is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: gingerbread tiramisu, holiday dessert, no bake dessert, mascarpone, gingerbread cookies, eggnog dessert, easy tiramisu recipe

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