Eggless Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert. It is easy to make and great to serve for parties, potlucks, or special occasions. This is a quick and easy tiramisu recipe made at home without eggs and is alcohol-free too. Tiramisu has a delicious coffee flavor and is light and creamy in texture.

It stores well in the fridge and is a great make-ahead dessert. It is a no-bake layered dessert and you can make it in one dish and serve pieces from it, or you can make individual servings in small glasses.

Ingredients

Tiramisu is made with a base of ladyfingers or Italian Savoiardi. I have tried to find eggless ladyfingers but have not had any luck so I have used the Biscoff cookies.

If you are looking for a substitute for ladyfingers, Biscoff cookies are one of the best options. It becomes really easy to make the dessert. You can use any cookies, sponge cake, or chocolate cake as a base. To make it gluten-free, you can use gluten-free ladyfingers or cookies.

The cookies are dipped in cold espresso and then layered with a mixture of whipped cream and mascarpone cheese. A little powdered sugar is added to the cream and cheese mixture while whipping. Finally, the top layer is coated with cocoa powder and optionally some grated chocolate.

Instructions

Making this simple and easy eggless tiramisu recipe from scratch with Biscoff cookies takes very little effort. The first step is to make the mixture of heavy cream and mascarpone cheese by whipping it.

You can use a stand mixer or a hand blender to whip the cream and cheese. I like to use my stand mixer. The first step is to whip the heavy cream until it makes soft peaks. The cream must be chilled and you must beat it at a medium-high speed.

Once the soft peaks are formed, add the powdered sugar and the mascarpone cheese and continue to whip on medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth and stiff peaks form. At this point, do not overbeat else the mixture can release butter and you will get a buttery taste.

Now take a small baking tray or glass dish. One by one dip the Biscoff cookies into the espresso and quickly remove it and place it in the tray to make a base. Once the bottom layer is formed with the cookies, pour half of the cream and cheese mixture and spread it evenly with the help of a cake spatula.

Follow the same process and make another layer of Biscoff cookies dipped in espresso followed by another cream and cheese layer. Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu dessert for 5-6 hours and then coat it with a layer of cocoa powder. You can also add some shaved pieces of dark chocolate.

Substitutions

This eggless tiramisu recipe can be made without the mascarpone cheese, you can substitute it with cream cheese, just ensure it is at room temperature before using it.

Instead of espresso you can use instant coffee powder and dissolve it in water.

Variations

Vanilla extract - you can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to add more flavor to the cheese and cream mixture.

Single serve - tiramisu can be made and served in single serve cups or glasses. It is a perfect way to make them ahead of time for an event.

Serving suggestions

Equipment

To make tiramisu, you will need a stand mixer to blend the cheese and cream well. A hand blender or hand mixer will work well too.

Storage

Tiramisu can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. It is a great make-ahead dessert when you need to plan for a party, potluck, or a special event, then you can make this dessert in advance. It is a true crowd-pleaser dessert.