Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Orange Tiramisu, a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert. Layers of fluffy mascarpone cream, zesty orange curd, and delicate sponge fingers soaked in orange liqueur create a luscious treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Mixture:
- 375 ml thickened cream (heavy / whipping cream) (1 ½ cups)
Mascarpone Mixture:
- 500 g mascarpone cheese (1.1lb)
- ⅓ cup caster sugar (superfine sugar) (66g / 2.3oz)
- Zest of 1 medium orange
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Assembly:
- 28–30 Savoiardi biscuits (ladyfingers / sponge fingers)
- ½ cup orange curd (or marmalade)
- ¾ cup fresh orange juice (180ml)
- 1 tablespoon Cointreau or Grand Marnier liqueur (optional)
Instructions
- Beat the Cream: In a medium bowl, beat the cream to soft peak stage.
- Mix Mascarpone: Beat mascarpone, sugar, vanilla, and orange juice until combined. Mix in orange zest.
- Combine Cream Mixtures: Fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture gently in batches.
- Soak Biscuits: Dip savoiardi biscuits in orange juice and liqueur mixture.
- Layering: Arrange soaked biscuits in a tin. Top with mascarpone mixture, orange curd, more biscuits, and remaining orange juice.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. Freeze briefly for neater slices.
- Garnish: Decorate with orange slices or zest before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use high-quality ingredients.
- Adjust sweetness to preference by varying sugar levels.
- Ensure biscuits are soaked but not soggy for ideal texture.
- Experiment with different liqueurs for varied flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Orange Tiramisu, Italian dessert, mascarpone, orange curd, sponge fingers
