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Decadent Red Velvet Tiramisu Recipe Easy Homemade Mascarpone Cream Delight

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A quick and easy fusion dessert combining red velvet cake crumbs soaked in coffee with a smooth mascarpone cream, perfect for special occasions and crowd-pleasing indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups red velvet cake mix or homemade red velvet cake crumbs
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
  • Optional: splash of coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup cold heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Cocoa powder for dusting (unsweetened)
  • Optional: white chocolate shavings or curls
  • Fresh berries (raspberries or strawberries) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the red velvet cake according to package instructions if using a mix. Allow to cool completely, then crumble into bite-sized pieces (about 2 cups).
  2. Brew 1 cup of strong coffee or espresso and let it cool to room temperature. Mix in coffee liqueur if using.
  3. In a large bowl, whip 1 cup of cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 8 oz mascarpone cheese, ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until smooth and creamy, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Quickly dip spoonfuls of the red velvet cake crumbs into the cooled coffee, moistening but not soaking them.
  7. Spread half of the soaked cake crumbs evenly in a 9×9 inch dish.
  8. Spoon half of the mascarpone cream over the soaked cake layer and spread gently with a spatula.
  9. Repeat with the remaining soaked cake crumbs and mascarpone cream, smoothing the top.
  10. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let flavors meld and texture set.
  11. Before serving, sift unsweetened cocoa powder over the top and garnish with white chocolate shavings and fresh berries.

Notes

Use room temperature mascarpone to avoid lumps. Dip cake crumbs quickly in coffee to prevent sogginess. Whip cream to soft peaks for best texture. Chill overnight for optimal flavor and texture. Gluten-free and vegan adaptations are possible by substituting ingredients.

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Keywords: red velvet tiramisu, mascarpone cream, easy dessert, quick tiramisu, red velvet cake, coffee soaked cake, layered dessert

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