Easy Cappuccino Tiramisu Recipe – An Italian in my Kitchen

This easy cappuccino tiramisu is a simple twist on the classic dessert! Layered with traditional coffee soaked ladyfingers, a creamy mascarpone filling and a dusting of cocoa powder, this recipe is simple and delicious! 

 

While I love an authentic tiramisu, sometimes you just need something easier! This easy cappuccino tiramisu is it; it has all the same traditional layers of the classic but is made in a smaller 8-inch pan.

Using the same method of adding fresh cream to the mascarpone filling like my easy tiramisu recipe, this Italian coffee dessert is light and creamy with the best texture from the coffee soaked ladyfingers. 

I love to make this in a round pan, similar to my tiramisu pie, but without the flaky crust. It’s a new favorite! 

Why You’ll Love This Easy Dessert

• Easy to make: This easy cappuccino dessert recipe can be assembled in only 20 minutes, then it chills in the fridge until serving. 
• No cooking: This is one of my favorite tiramisu recipes as there is no cooking involved just like my tiramisu charlotte! 
• Crowd pleasing: Whether you serve it for a holiday party, an after dinner dessert or potluck, everyone loves this dessert!

Cappuccino Tiramisu Recipe Ingredients

• Tiramisu filling: One egg (optional), powdered sugar, cold coffee, mascarpone cheese and cold cream. 
• Lady fingers: Store purchased or homemade savoiardi can be used.
• Cold coffee: Strong brewed coffee is used to dip the lady fingers before adding them to the dessert. 
• Cocoa powder: Unsweetened Dutch processed cocoa is my preference.

Substitutions and Variations

• Alcohol: If you like an adult version of this easy cappuccino tiramisu, add up to 2 Tablespoons of dark rum to the filling. Baileys could be used as well, like I use in my easy Baileys tiramisu.
• Type of coffee: Use espresso for a stronger coffee flavor. If you are sensitive to caffeine, try a decaffeinated coffee. No matter what though, the coffee should be strong for best taste. 
• Cream: You can use heavy cream, whole cream or whipping cream, just ensure it has at least 30% fat. 
• Vanilla: If you like, add some pure vanilla extract, up to ½ teaspoon to the filling.
• Sliced strawberries: For a fruity version, add some sliced strawberries on top of the creamy filling layers like I do in my strawberry tiramisu.
• Whipped cream: Before adding the dusting of cocoa powder, you can add a layer of whipped cream for a little extra creamy decadence! 

How to Make Easy Cappuccino Tiramisu

To start, in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer, beat together the sugar and egg until frothy, then add the coffee, mascarpone and cream. Beat until thickened.

Next, dip the lady fingers into the cold coffee. Place the cold coffee in a large dish, add cookies and turn once to avoid over soaking.

Assemble your easy cappuccino dessert! In the baking dish place a dipped cookie on the bottom, top with the filling and continue for another layer. 

Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving dust with the cocoa powder.

Is it safe to use raw eggs in this tiramisu?

Yes! When you whip the raw egg with the sugar it actually changes the protein structure of the egg. Of course there is always a small risk, so feel free to use egg replacer, pasteurized eggs or just leave the egg out completely. 

More Tiramisu Recipes

Nothing better then a no bake dessert, especially a creamy Tiramisu!

If you are like us Tiramisu is one of our all time favorite desserts, especially this Cappuccino Tiramisu. I hope you give it a try and let me know what you think! Enjoy.

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