Description
A refreshing summer twist on an Italian classic, this Peach Tiramisu swaps espresso for a vibrant homemade peach syrup and lush fruit compote. Layers of light mascarpone cream and almond-scented ladyfingers create an elegant, no-bake dessert perfect for any garden gathering.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh peaches, pitted and sliced (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 7 oz Savoiardi ladyfingers (approx. 24 cookies)
Instructions
- Combine sliced peaches, water, and a portion of the sugar in a saucepan; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes before removing from heat to rest for another 15 minutes.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to separate the peach syrup from the fruit pieces; refrigerate both separately until completely cold.
- Whip the heavy cream in a stand mixer until stiff peaks form, then set aside in a separate bowl.
- Beat the room-temperature mascarpone with the remaining sugar, 2/3 cup of the chilled peach syrup, vanilla, and almond extract until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone base in two additions until the filling is light and fluffy.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers into the remaining chilled peach syrup and arrange them in a single layer in the bottom of an 8-inch square dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone filling over the ladyfingers, then repeat with a second layer of dipped cookies and the remaining filling.
- Pipe the top layer for a decorative finish, then cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set and soften.
- Top with the chilled peach compote pieces just before serving.
Notes
To ensure the ladyfingers maintain their structure, perform a very quick dip in the syrup rather than soaking them; they should be moist on the outside but still firm in the center when placed in the dish. For the best flavor, use the most fragrant, ripe peaches you can find, as the syrup depends entirely on the natural essence of the fruit.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American