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Valentine’s Day Tiramisu for Two

A Classic Tiramisu becomes a delicious dessert for two on Valentine’s Day. Made with lady fingers, mascarpone and fresh cream, just 15 minutes and ready to eat in 2-3 hours. So good!

Tiramisu for two on black plates.


 

We are a Tiramisu loving Family, from  a delicious No Bake Tiramisu to a creamy Strawberry Tiramisu, these are  both the perfect dessert for family or  friends or just because!

The question is, can we really have too many Tiramisu recipes? And the answer is no, at least that is what the Italian says. From one of his favorites Pistachio Tiramisu to one of mine No Bake Tiramisu Cheesecake, the choice is endless!

Recipe Ingredients

  • Cream – whole, heavy or whipping cream, with at least 30% fat content
  • Mascarpone – room temperature
  • Powdered sugar – also known as icing sugar or confectioners sugar
  • Lady fingers – also known as Savoiardi
  • Coffee – strong coffee
  • Cocoa – unsweetened dutch processed cocoa

For room temperature remove from the fridge 45-60 minutes before using.

How to make a Valentine’s Day Tiramirsu for Two

In a medium bowl add the cream, mascarpone and powdered sugar, beat on medium / high speed until thickened and creamy. Place in a pastry bag with a large round pastry tip.

ingredients to make Tiramisu
Just a few ingredients to make Tiramisu.

Either dip the lady fingers one at a time in a flat bowl containing the coffee or place 3-4 lady fingers (depending on size of cookies) on a plate and spoon the coffee over the cookies.

coffee soaked lady fingers for the classic tiramisu
Lady Fingers soaked with coffee.

Form a heart with the mascarpone filling on the coffee soaked lady fingers. Refrigerate for a couple of hours to firm up. Sprinkle with cocoa before serving. Decorate with chocolate dipped strawberries if desired. 

Where did Tiramisu Originate?

Tiramisu definitely is one of, if not the most popular dessert in Italy, and if you ask a lot of Italians they will certainly tell you the most popular in the world! The origin of Tiramisu is often under discussion, some say the restaurant  “Alle Beccherie” in Veneto and others the restaurant “Al Camín” in Treviso invented the dessert.

Tiramisu on a black plate.

Recipe FAQs

Can I add an egg to the filling?

You can add an egg if you choose. Italians believe the egg helps give the filling the creamy soft as a cloud texture.

Can I add liqueur to the filling?

You can also add a little liqueur of choice (such as Marsala, Rum, Coffee Liqueur, Orange, Chocolate or even Irish Cream) in the filling or in the coffee when dipping the lady fingers. With or without alcohol, you decide.

What If I Don’t Like Cocoa?

If you don’t like cocoa you can always sprinkle the top with chocolate chips or even grated chocolate. Or just leave it plain with a chocolate dipped strawberry!

How to store it

Tiramisu can be made 1 to 2 days in advance and should be stored in refrigerator. Definitely refrigerate the Tiramisu Dessert at least 2-3 hours before serving.

Any left over Tiramisu should be refrigerated and never leave the dessert out for more than two hours. It will keep for up to 4 days in total and leftovers should be refrigerated immediately. Tiramisu can be frozen for up to 3 months.

So if you are looking for a quick and easy dessert for Valentine’s Day this year, I think these heart shaped No Bake Tiramisu for Two would be perfect. Enjoy!

Tiramisu for two on a black plate.
Tiramisu on a black plate.

Valentine’s Day Classic Tiramisu for Two

Rosemary Molloy
A classic Tiramisu becomes an easy made for two Valentine's Day dessert. A delicious and easy dessert recipe.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 829 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

TIRAMISU CREAM FILLING

  • ¾ cup whole / whipping cream (cold from the fridge)
  • ¾ cup mascarpone (room temperature)*
  • 1 tablespoon icing / powdered sugar

EXTRAS

  • 6-8 lady fingers
  • 3-4 tablespoons strong coffee
  • 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa

*Remove from the fridge 45-60 minutes before preparing.

Instructions
 

TIRAMISU CREAM FILLING

  • In a medium bowl add the cream, mascarpone and powdered sugar, beat on medium / high speed until thickened and creamy. Place in a pastry bag with a large round pastry tip.
  • Either dip the lady fingers one at a time in a flat bowl containing the coffee or place 3-4 lady fingers (depending on size of cookies) on a plate and spoon the coffee over the cookies.
  • Form a heart with the mascarpone filling on the coffee soaked lady fingers. Refrigerate at least 3 hours (can also be made the day before). Sprinkle with cocoa before serving. Decorate with chocolate dipped strawberries if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

You can add an egg if you choose. Italians believe the egg helps give the filling the creamy soft as a cloud texture.
Tiramisu can be made 1 to 2 days in advance and should be stored in refrigerator. Definitely refrigerate the dessert at least 2-3 hours before serving.
Any left over Tiramisu should be refrigerated and never leave the dessert out for more than two hours. It will keep for up to 4 days in total and leftovers should be refrigerated immediately. Tiramisu can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 829kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 74g | Saturated Fat: 45g | Cholesterol: 279mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2675IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 192mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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4 Comments

  1. My first attempt made for a a runny mascarpone filling but I put it back in the bowl and used regular beaters (instead of a whisk) and it setup in no time! I couldn’t figure out just how long to soak the lady fingers in the coffee for, what is your recommendation?

    1. Hi Christina, just place the cookie in the coffee and flip it over, don’t soak it or the cookie will fall apart. Hope that helps.

  2. 5 stars
    Oh, Rosemary!! This recipe is a real winner. I love tiramisu, but hate to make it,, because a pan takes me so long to eat, and increases the size of my hips!!! So tiramisu for two is perfect!!

5 from 1 vote

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