Easy No-Bake Coffee Tiramisu with Cinnamon and Maple Recipe
This easy tiramisu recipe offers a creamy, coffee-infused dessert that requires no eggs or alcohol, making it a simple, no-bake treat. With layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a luscious spiced mascarpone cream, it’s perfect as a make-ahead dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup mascarpone, room temperature
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon (divided)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Assembly
- 2 cups very strong coffee
- 1 (7 ounce) package ladyfingers
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
- Whip the Cream: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 6-7 minutes. This creates a light base for the mascarpone mixture.
- Prepare the Mascarpone Mixture: In a medium bowl, mix the mascarpone, maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Dip the Ladyfingers: Pour the very strong coffee into a shallow bowl or pie plate. Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the coffee, being careful not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess. Arrange a single layer of half the dipped ladyfingers in a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Layer the Filling: Spread half of the whipped mascarpone cream over the coffee-soaked ladyfingers in an even layer.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the dipping and layering process with the remaining ladyfingers and coffee, then spread the rest of the cream mixture on top. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
- Chill the Tiramisu: Refrigerate the assembled tiramisu for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
- Serve: Before serving, dust the top evenly with cocoa powder and the remaining ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon for a finishing touch.
Notes
- Do not soak the ladyfingers too long; they absorb coffee quickly and can become mushy.
- For a caffeine-free version, substitute the strong coffee with decaffeinated coffee or espresso.
- This tiramisu contains no eggs or alcohol, making it suitable for those avoiding these ingredients.
- Make-ahead dessert: best if chilled overnight for optimal texture and flavor.
- If mascarpone is unavailable, cream cheese can be used as a substitute though flavor and texture will vary.
