Italian Summer Strawberry Tiramisu

A fresh strawberry and orange version of the classic Italian dessert featuring mascarpone, cream, and liqueur-soaked sponge fingers.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1532.1 kcals 6128.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 96.5 grams 386.1 grams
Fat 120.6 grams 482.5 grams
Protein 22.1 grams 88.2 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
120
g
Caster Sugar
for the syrup
45
g
Caster Sugar
remaining for the egg mixture
3
tbsp
Icing Sugar
for dusting
Dairy
6
piece
Eggs
separated
325
ml
Fruits
1
piece
Orange
zest and juice
250
g
GrainsCereals
30
piece
Sponge Fingers
preferably Pavesini biscuits
Liquids
3
tbsp
Orange-Flavoured Liqueur
such as Grand Marnier

Steps

  • Heat 120g sugar, orange zest, juice, and liqueur in a pan until sugar dissolves.
  • Dip half the sponge fingers into the warm syrup and line the bottom of a square dish.
  • Whisk egg yolks and remaining sugar over a pan of simmering water until the sugar melts.
  • Remove from heat and whisk yolks until pale and creamy, then transfer to a cool bowl.
  • Whisk egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Beat the double cream until thick and fold in the mascarpone cheese.
  • Fold the egg yolks followed by the egg whites and vanilla extract into the cream mixture.
  • Layer the cream mixture and strawberries over the soaked sponge fingers.
  • Repeat the layering process and finish with a layer of strawberries.
  • Cover the dish and chill in the fridge for two hours.
  • Dust the top with icing sugar before serving.