Tiramisu Dip Recipe (10 minutes!) (2024)

With all the great taste of tiramisu, but in an easy, fun, dip-able format, this tiramisu dip is going to become an instant party favorite!

Recipe Overview

Why you’ll love it: All the delight of your favorite dessert in a 10 minute dip recipe, and that’s a great reason to love this recipe.

How long it takes: 10 minutes
Equipment you’ll need: mixing bowl, electric mixer
Servings: 14 servings (1/4 cup each)

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  • 1 Recipe Overview
  • 2 About this Recipe
  • 3 What You’ll Need
  • 4 How To Make This Dip
  • 5 FAQs
  • 6 Make It Your Own
  • 7 Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
  • 8 More Dessert Dips
  • 9 Get the Recipe: Tiramisu Dip Recipe (SO easy!)

Creamy and rich, this tiramisu dip combines the best attributes of your favorite dessert. It has the perfect balance of coffee and chocolate without either being overpowering. It’s sweet but not cloyingly sweet. Perfect with ladyfingers, vanilla wafers, graham crackers, fruit, or whatever you like to dip.

There’s always a need for fun dips, because who doesn’t love dip? Sweet dips, savory dips, they’re all welcome at any party. This tiramisu dip is always super popular at parties and it’s very easy to make.

Speaking of parties, I am so thankful and blessed to have my extended family living nearby. I never take this for granted because there were quite a few years when this wasn’t the case. I feel very fortunate that our kids are going to grow up surrounded by family members and have the opportunity to hang out with their cousins.

And yes, we take every occasion we can to have a little party: holidays, birthdays, picnics, dance parties, Friday nights, whatever. Any time is a good time to get together for fun, food, and fellowship. And delicious dips!

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About this Recipe

This tiramisu dip is made with mascarpone, cream cheese, espresso powder, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. It’s sweetened with a touch of powdered sugar and the fluffy texture comes compliments of a bit of heavy whipping cream.

If you’re wondering what to serve with this tiramisu dip, ladyfingers are the obvious choice (as pictured) but graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or apple slices are delicious, too.

I might have put it on pancakes one morning. And it might have been the best thing ever.

I’ll get you started with the recipe here with extra helpful tips. It’s really easy to make so if you’d rather skip on down to the printable recipe card below, you’ll find complete instructions and nutrition information.

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What You’ll Need

  • Whipping Cream (Heavy Cream): Not to be confused with whipped topping or whipped cream from a can! Look for whipping cream or heavy cream (same thing) in the dairy section of your grocery store. It should be well-chilled.
  • Cream Cheese: You’ll want to make sure that your cream cheese is softened, or at room temperature so it’s easy to blend. Choose either full-fat or reduced fat (Neufchatel) but not fat-free.
  • Mascarpone Cheese: Sometimes known as Italian cream cheese, mascarpone is richer (75% butterfat) and softer than American cream cheese (55% butterfat). It has a silkier consistency. You’ll find it in either the cheese section or the dairy section of the grocery story.
  • Powdered Sugar (Confectioner’s Sugar): Only one half cup is needed to sweeten this dip.
  • Espresso Powder: A traditional flavoring in tiramisu, espresso powder is a type of instant coffee and is found on the coffee aisle, in a small jar or tin.
  • Cocoa Powder: Usually used in baking, unsweetened cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor. It’s sifted on top of the dip, similar to a tiramisu dessert.
  • Pure Vanilla Extract: For a warm, rich flavor.

How To Make This Dip

Begin by stirring the espresso powder into the whipping cream so it has a chance to dissolve. Set that aside.

Next, put the cream cheese in a bowl and whip it with an electric mixer until it’s smooth and creamy. Add the mascarpone cheese and beat until velvety smooth. Beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla; then add the espresso flavored whipping cream. Continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy with soft peaks.

Scrape the dip into a serving bowl and sprinkle on the cocoa powder. Often cocoa powder tends to be a bit lumpy so it works best to use a small fine strainer to sift it over the dip.

Lovely! Serve this delectable dip immediately with dippers of your choice.

FAQs

What does tiramisu literally mean?

In Italian, the word tiramisu means “pick me up” as in, cheer me up.

What is traditional tiramisu made of?

This iconic dessert is made of ladyfingers which have been dipped in coffee, then layered with a creamy mixture of eggs, sugar and mascarpone cheese, and lightly flavored with chocolate (Wikipedia).

Why is tiramisu so bad?

Oh dear, I hate to call any dessert “bad”. It has a fairly high fat content and can be rather sweet, making it a once-in-awhile special treat. In addition, traditional tiramisu may contain raw eggs so there may be a risk of salmonella.

Make It Your Own

  • For a fun twist, add a tablespoon of rum or Kahlúa.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

This dip can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days. If you’re not planning on serving it immediately, hold off on the cocoa powder. It’s best to sift it on right before you serve the dip. It will look prettier.

More Dessert Dips

  • Cherry Cheesecake Dip with Lime
  • Hot Chocolate Dip – a cool creamy dip that reminds you of your favorite hot beverage
  • Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue
  • Vanilla Bean Yogurt Dip
  • Raspberry Cheesecake Yogurt Dip

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

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Recipe

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4.45 from 38 votes

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 10 minutes mins

14 servings

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With all the great taste of tiramisu, but in an easy, fun, dip-able format, this tiramisu dip is going to become an instant party favorite!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Ladyfingers, vanilla wafers, or fruit for dipping

Instructions

  • Stir cream and espresso powder together in a bowl until dissolved.

  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

  • Add mascarpone cheese and beat until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; beat on low speed using an electric mixer until mixed. Add heavy cream and espresso mixture and increase speed to high and beat until soft peaks form – do not over beat.

  • Place in a serving bowl and sprinkle with cocoa powder (I use a small fine mesh strainer). If not serving immediately, cover dip before sprinkling with cocoa powder and refrigerate.

  • Serve with ladyfingers, vanilla wafers or fruit.

Notes

  • Serving size: 1/4 cup dip. Nutrition information is for dip only and does not include dippers.
  • Leftover dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
  • If desired, 1 tablespoon of Kahlúa or rum can be added to dip.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 159kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 40mg, Sodium: 73mg, Potassium: 51mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 481IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 63mg, Iron: 1mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

© Author: Rachel Gurk

Disclosure: Ihave been compensated byMilk Means More for my time to develop this recipe and write this post. All opinions are as always, my own. Find out more about why Milk Means More onTwitter,Facebook,YouTube,InstagramandPinterest.

Tiramisu Dip Recipe (10 minutes!) (2024)

FAQs

Is the bottom of tiramisu supposed to be soggy? ›

The perfect tiramisu is a balance between soft elements and fluffy elements, but be careful. The base must be wet but the biscuits must not crush for too much coffee; place the cold coffee in a small bowl and pass the ladyfingers for 2 seconds, the right time for them to get wet without getting too soaked and crushed.

How long does it take for tiramisu to set? ›

This Tiramisu needs to sit in the fridge for at least 8 hours, so it's the ideal make-ahead dessert! Simply cover well with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight, then dust all over with cocoa powder just before serving.

Does tiramisu mean cheer me up? ›

Its origin is disputed between the Italian regions of Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The name comes from the Italian tirami su ( lit. 'pick me up' or 'cheer me up').

Why is my tiramisu not creamy? ›

The right biscuits

The choice is yours, even though connoisseurs of this dessert will always tell you to choose savoiardi. In fact, the result is completely different if you use these biscuits, which are tall and spongy and absorb less coffee. As a result, the consistency will be less creamy and slightly more compact.

Does tiramisu have to sit overnight? ›

Chill your tiramisu for at least 6 hours.

As it sits, the ladyfingers soften and absorb the moisture and flavor from the cream. When ready to serve, grate more chocolate over the top (because why not), and then enjoy!

Should tiramisu sit overnight? ›

For the best-tasting tiramisu, try and wait a full day or 24 hours before serving. This way all the extra coffee syrup from the doused lady fingers has been absorbed and your whipped egg yolks, sugar, and mascarpone cheese mixture have enough time to set into a sliceable dessert.

What can I use instead of ladyfingers for tiramisu? ›

Substitute for lady fingers in tiramisu
  • 27 Best Ladyfinger Substitutes. Here is a guide to the best ladyfinger substitutes, such as Pavesini cookies, biscotti, graham crackers, sponge cake, panettone, madeleines. ...
  • 7 Best Ladyfinger Substitutes | Tastylicious!

Why does my tiramisu taste bitter? ›

Because tiramisu contains coffee and chocolate, there is reason to worry that it will taste bitter. But a well-made tiramisu is an exercise in equilibrium. The sweetness of the sugar and mascarpone cheese skillfully counteracts the bitterness of the coffee and cocoa.

Is tiramisu very unhealthy? ›

Tiramisu is the clear loser here at 400 calories for 5 ounces. The primary ingredients are usually some mixture of creamy fats, processed sugars and alcohol. A typical recipe calls for eggs, mascarpone cheese, ladyfingers, cream, espresso, liquor (e.g., brandy, Marsala or rum), sugar, and cocoa or shaved chocolate.

What does tiramisu mean in Italian slang? ›

The literal meaning of Tiramisu in Italian is “pick me up” or “cheer me up”. As the name implies, this is an iconic Italian dessert that is served at the end of the meal that hopefully “cheers you up”.

What does tiramisu stand for in English? ›

The name comes from the Italian tirami su ( lit. 'pick me up' or 'cheer me up').

Who eats tiramisu? ›

The dessert and its name “tiramisù”, as a very nutritious and restorative food, immediately became very popular and resumed, with absolute fidelity or with some variation, not only in the restaurants of Treviso and the province, but also throughout the great Veneto and beyond, in the whole Italy.

Why is the bottom of tiramisu wet? ›

The cookies that make up the “cake” layers of a tiramisu are called Savoiardi, or lady fingers. These cookies are incredibly absorbent because they are made from a sponge cake-like batter. That's why when you dip them in coffee if you dip them for too long they will make your cake very soggy. Sponge cake absorbs.

Does tiramisu firm up in the fridge? ›

The first few times I made homemade tiramisu I thought this too! But don't freak out, once it has some time to sit in the fridge then the filling will firm up. Just make sure that when you are cooking the egg yolks and sugar together you have a nice thick mixture.

How firm should tiramisu be? ›

Aim for whipped cream with firm peaks: You want the whipped cream to be in between soft peaks, where the tips of the whipped cream soften down on themselves, and stiff peaks when the peaks stand straight up. You want a little wobble in your peaks.

Will runny tiramisu set in the fridge? ›

If the mixture is a bit runnier than what you see pictured, no worries. Proceed with assembling the recipe; the mixture with thicken as it chills overnight in the fridge. Substitutions: Mascarpone is an essential ingredient to Tiramisu and unfortunately there just isn't a substitute.

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