Ready to dig into one of the most decadent desserts on the planet? This rich and creamy cake is calling your name!
In preparing to move in with my best friend, I’m crafting a personal cookbook of recipes I want us to try together. And this dessert, with all its dazzling decadence, is one of them. I imagine serving tiramisu cheesecake for either Thanksgiving or Christmas, alongside a smattering of other desserts like pie and cookies. This one-of-a-kind recipe transforms the classic, coffee-laced dessert into a thick and fluffy cheesecake that coffee-lovers especially will enjoy.
Frankly, I didn’t always like tiramisu because of the coffee. But now that I’m older, I appreciate the subtle bitter richness alongside the sweet and creamy filling. This cheesecake in particular is lovely because the coffee-soaked ladyfingers hide in the filling, offering a burst of soft sweetness with each bite. It balances out nicely, and makes me feel like I’m in a classy pasticceria. What better way to pay homage to my Italian ancestry?
Plus, with such a rich, unique taste, a little bit of tiramisu cheesecake goes a long way. You likely won’t feel the need for seconds—that’s how satisfying one slice is alone.
What is traditional tiramisu?
Hailing from beautiful Italy, tiramisu is a unique dessert crafted with ladyfinger sponge fingers soaked in coffee (and sometimes Marsala wine), then layered with a creamy filling. The top is dusted with cocoa powder, creating the iconic and classy look many of us know and love. The major difference between this traditional dish and its cheesecake evolution is that the cheesecake includes cream cheese in the filling, plus a graham cracker crust.
How do I store leftovers?
Like other cheesecakes, this tiramisu variation is best served cold or at room temperature, so keep it covered in the fridge for 3-4 days. The sooner you enjoy it, the better. For longer storage, you can technically pre-slice your cake and then store the slices in freezer-safe containers to freeze for up to 3 months. However, it’s best to freeze it without the whipped cream topping.
Serving suggestions
Although I mentioned dishing this out as part of a dessert buffet, I also acknowledge that it might be so very rich on its own, it doesn’t really need any more sweet treat pairings. But I am thinking of some yummy drinks which would go splendidly with this to wash it down. For something simple, try Almond Milk. But if you’d like a little more “oomph” to your beverage, sip on a Coffee Smoothie or The Perfect Espresso Martini. Oh, and if you really can’t help but make some more desserts, pair this cheesecake with Brownie Cookies and Lemon Shortbread Cookies so that your loved ones have a variety of options to choose from.
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