Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu Recipe

Transport yourself to a magical Santa Fe evening with this unbelievably easy Tiramisu recipe! Inspired by a spontaneous RV road trip in 2000, this dessert became an instant hit, earning raves at an elegant outdoor dinner party. Forget complicated layers and fussy techniques – this version is quick, simple, and delivers all the rich, decadent flavor of a classic tiramisu. Made with creamy cream cheese, robust coffee, and juicy berries, it's the perfect no-bake dessert for any occasion. Get ready to impress your guests with this surprisingly easy-to-make masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 254.7 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu

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How to Make Easy Santa Fe Tiramisu

  1. Cut 1 pound of pound cake into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules, and 8 ounces of softened cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
  4. Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped heavy cream.
  5. In a tall-sided trifle bowl or glass serving dish, layer half of the pound cake cubes.
  6. Top with 1 cup of fresh raspberries (or mixed berries).
  7. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the berries.
  8. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate shavings.
  9. Repeat layers: pound cake, berries, cream cheese mixture, chocolate shavings.
  10. Top with the remaining raspberries.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to chill completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

59g

Carbs

6g