Three-Ingredient Tiramisu Stacks

As a foodie, I’ve indulged in many desserts over the years. But there’s just something about tiramisu that keeps it locked in at the #1-spot on my list. Maybe it’s the creamy texture from the Italian mascarpone cheese. Or perhaps it’s the espresso-soaked lady fingers. Cocoa powder dusted all over? Definitely could be! So with spring entertaining in full swing and the weather heating up, I thought it would be fun to put my own spin on this no-bake dessert favorite using just three ingredients layered between Triscuit crackers.

Perfect to serve as a savory-sweet appetizer for a spring brunch in the garden or as a light, simple dessert after a big family-style meal, the Triscuit is more than just a cracker; it becomes the all-important base for this ‘tiramisu-inspired’ recipe creation. I also love that the size of each Triscuit cracker is ideal for just about two bites, so this recipe is best served in individual portions. Elegant, delicious and mini, too! Like this recipe? For even more creative ways to top your favorite Triscuit cracker, be sure to follow Triscuit on Pinterest and don’t forget to hop on over to follow Triscuit on Instagram, too!

(Makes one serving; suggested serving size is two topped crackers per person)

Ingredients:

2 Triscuit Original crackers

Ricotta cheese

Coffee liqueur to taste

Dark chocolate (grated and melted)

How to:

Begin by mixing the coffee liqueur into the ricotta cheese. I used enough of the liqueur so the coffee taste is evident, but not overpowering. Since this recipe only uses three ingredients, I chose to use coffee liqueur to both flavor and sweeten the ricotta cheese. However, if you would prefer not to use liqueur, you can just use espresso of strong-brewed coffee instead. This can also be made ahead of time; just cover with plastic wrap and keep in the refrigerator until ready to assemble each dessert.

Next, melt some of the dark chocolate for drizzling on top of the “tiramisu” stack. Reserve some chocolate for grating on top of the ricotta cheese.

To assemble, place one Triscuit cracker on a plate. (For fun serving ideas, be sure to read on to the end of the post!) Next, spread some of the ricotta cheese mixture on top of the cracker. Using a microplane or cheese grater, grate dark chocolate on top of the ricotta cheese. Place another Triscuit cracker on top. Drizzle the melted dark chocolate on top. Garnish with additional grated chocolate.

Being of Italian ancestry, big family-style meals are a way of life; it’s the way I cook and entertain on a daily basis. The more, the merrier! My husband and I traveled to Italy for our honeymoon almost 9 years ago. We absorbed as much of our heritage and culture as possible in a two-week period. It was a magical experience, to say the least. At the end of each day, I indulged in either hazelnut gelato or — you guessed it — tiramisu. To this day, taking that first bite of tiramisu brings me back to Italy, sitting in the piazza with my handsome husband, watching people frolic about the square as we sipped espresso. I can’t wait to bring my children there one day soon so they can experience the culture and food, too!

Serving Ideas for Three-Ingredient Tiramisu:

• Plate each individual dessert on a coffee cup saucer; serve a cup of hot coffee or espresso with the tiramisu
• Serve each dessert alongside a big bowl of berries and fresh whipped cream for the ultimate summer indulgence
• Serve additional Triscuit crackers with pieces of dark chocolate for those who may want to continue nibbling
• Feel free to place a dollop of the coffee-infused ricotta cheese on the side of each plate
• If serving family-style, arrange each tiramisu stack on a platter; garnish the platter with a smattering of melted chocolate and stud the melted chocolate with chocolate-covered espresso beans
• Feature the tiramisu stacks as the star of a DIY coffee bar; include an assortment of coffees and Italian after-dinner cordials

Triscuit believes in simple things coming together to create something more.  Whether it’s just three ingredients on a Triscuit or about life, we believe that you (and Triscuit) are “Made for More”.

Triscuit sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine.

Source: http://www.thecraftyhostess.com/three-ingredient-tiramisu-stacks/