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Philadelphia Fabulous Tiramisu Recipe

Craving a decadent dessert? This easy Philadelphia Fabulous Tiramisu recipe is a game-changer! Inspired by a Kraft recipe, it's surprisingly simple to make and delivers rich, coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a creamy, dreamy mascarpone mixture. Customize it to your liking – use real whipped cream for a more authentic touch, substitute pound cake for ladyfingers, or adjust the coffee strength to your preference. But don't skip the liqueur – it's key to the amazing flavor! Perfect for impressing guests or satisfying a sweet tooth.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 250.4 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Philadelphia Fabulous Tiramisu

  • 1 (16 ounce) package ladyfingers
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
  • 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup amaretto or Kahlua
  • 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
  • unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

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How to Make Philadelphia Fabulous Tiramisu

  1. Arrange one 16-ounce package of ladyfingers on the bottom of a 13x9-inch dish.
  2. Dissolve 2 tablespoons of instant coffee granules and 1 tablespoon of sugar in 1/2 cup of boiling water.
  3. Brush 1/2 cup of the coffee mixture evenly over the ladyfingers in the dish.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces of cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of your favorite liqueur (Amaretto or Kahlua recommended), mixing until well blended.
  6. Gently fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping (or 1 cup of freshly whipped heavy cream).
  7. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the coffee-soaked ladyfingers.
  8. Top with the remaining layer of ladyfingers.
  9. Brush the remaining coffee mixture over the second layer of ladyfingers.
  10. Spoon the remaining cream cheese mixture over the top layer.
  11. Dust generously with unsweetened cocoa powder.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the tiramisu to set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

64g

Fat

51g

Carbs

7g

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