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Raffaello Coconut Tiramisu Recipe

4.9 from 55 reviews

Raffaello Coconut Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining the creamy richness of mascarpone and coconut cream with the bold flavor of espresso-soaked ladyfingers. The layers are finished with a dusting of cocoa powder and toasted coconut flakes, delivering a luscious, tropical-inspired treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee (cooled)
  • 24 ladyfingers
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • ½ cup coconut cream (unsweetened)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup toasted coconut flakes (for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Coffee: Brew 1 cup of strong espresso or coffee and allow it to cool slightly. While still hot, stir in the granulated sugar to ensure it dissolves completely, creating a sweetened coffee mixture.
  2. Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, unsweetened coconut cream, additional sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Soak Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture. Be careful not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess; just a quick dip to absorb flavor is ideal.
  4. Layer Dessert: In a suitable serving dish, create a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers followed by a layer of the mascarpone and coconut filling. Repeat this layering process at least three times or until all ingredients are used, ending with a mascarpone layer on top.
  5. Garnish and Chill: Dust the top layer evenly with cocoa powder and sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over it for added texture and flavor. Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.

Notes

  • Use unsweetened coconut cream for a rich but not overly sweet filling.
  • Toasted coconut flakes add a nice crunch and enhance the coconut flavor.
  • Allowing the dessert to chill overnight intensifies the flavor and improves texture.
  • Quickly dip ladyfingers to prevent them from becoming too soggy and falling apart.
  • This recipe requires no baking or cooking beyond brewing coffee, making it simple and quick to assemble.

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