Ingredients
For the Mascarpone Cream:
- 15.87 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups heavy cream (cold)
For the Assembly:
- 28 ladyfingers
- 2 cups coffee (espresso or strong coffee)
- Cocoa powder for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee: Brew the espresso or strong coffee and let it cool for a few minutes. Set aside while you prepare the mascarpone cream.
- Mix the Mascarpone Cream: In a large mixing bowl, add the mascarpone cheese, brown sugar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Using an electric hand mixer, beat until well combined.
- Add the Pumpkin Puree: Stir in the pumpkin puree until fully incorporated into the mascarpone mixture.
- Whip the Cream: Add the cold heavy cream to the mascarpone mixture and continue mixing for 3-4 minutes until the filling thickens and becomes creamy.
- Assemble the Tiramisu: Dip the ladyfingers quickly (1-2 seconds) in the cooled coffee and arrange them in a single layer in a 13×9 inch baking dish.
- Add the Mascarpone Filling: Spread half of the pumpkin mascarpone mixture over the soaked ladyfingers and smooth it out with a spatula. Layer more soaked ladyfingers on top, then pipe the remaining cream mixture over the second layer of ladyfingers.
- Chill and Set: Cover the tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the ladyfingers to soften.
- Top and Serve: Just before serving, dust generously with cocoa powder. Serve.
Notes
- Customize the Flavor: For a more decadent version, drizzle caramel sauce over the top just before serving.
- Ladyfinger Substitutes: If you can’t find ladyfingers, you can use sponge cake or even graham crackers as a substitute.
- Make-Ahead: This dessert is perfect for making ahead—prepare it a day in advance for optimal flavor.
- For a Lighter Version: You can reduce the amount of sugar or use low-fat mascarpone or cream if you prefer a lighter dessert.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: Italian, Fall Desserts
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg