Italian Strawberry Tiramisu Delight (Print Version)
Luscious layers of mascarpone, strawberry syrup, and ladyfingers finished with fresh berry slices.
# Ingredients:
→ Strawberry Syrup
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6 ounces fresh strawberries, stems removed
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1/4 cup water
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1 tablespoon orange juice or lemon juice
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
→ Assembly
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12 ladyfinger cookies
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2/3 cup mascarpone cheese
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2/3 cup heavy cream
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4 ounces fresh strawberries, plus extra for decorating
# Steps:
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Roughly chop 6 ounces of strawberries and place them in a small saucepan with 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon orange juice or lemon juice, and 1/4 cup sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Simmer the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, then mash the berries thoroughly with a spoon or fork until they form a coarse pulp.
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Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool for several minutes. Strain through a fine sieve to separate the syrup from the pulp. Discard solids. Chill until ready to use.
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In a cold mixing bowl, whip 2/3 cup heavy cream until firm peaks form. Set aside.
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In another bowl, beat together 2/3 cup mascarpone cheese and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar until smooth and glossy.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, keeping as much volume as possible.
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Pour the strawberry syrup into a shallow dish. Briefly dip each of the 12 ladyfinger cookies in the syrup to coat both sides without oversoaking.
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Arrange 6 dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of a 2-inch deep dish. Drizzle a little extra syrup if some appear dry.
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Spread half of the mascarpone and cream mixture evenly over the ladyfingers.
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Thinly slice 4 ounces of strawberries. Arrange them in a single layer on top of the mascarpone mixture.
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Dip the remaining 6 ladyfingers in the strawberry syrup and arrange on top of the strawberry layer.
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Spread the remaining mascarpone mixture over the top layer of ladyfingers. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture.
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Before serving, arrange additional sliced strawberries decoratively over the top.
# Notes:
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Ensure ladyfingers are dipped quickly to avoid oversoaking, which can cause soggy layers.
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Chilling for several hours allows flavors to blend and texture to develop.