How long it takes: 10 minutes Equipment you’ll need: mixing bowl, electric mixer Servings: 14 servings (¼ cup each) Ingredients similar to tiramisu. This tiramisu dip is made with mascarpone, cream cheese, espresso powder, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder. It’s sweetened with a touch of powdered sugar, and the fluffy texture comes compliments of a bit of heavy whipping cream. Popular for parties. There’s always a need for fun dips, because who doesn’t love dip? Sweet dips, savory dips, they’re all welcome at any party. This tiramisu dip is always super popular at parties and it’s very easy to make.
Serving Ideas
If you’re wondering what to serve with this tiramisu dip, ladyfingers are the obvious choice (as pictured) but graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or apple slices are delicious, too. I might have put it on pancakes one morning. And it might have been the best thing ever.
Ingredient Notes
Whipping Cream (Heavy Cream): Not to be confused with whipped topping or whipped cream from a can! Look for whipping cream or heavy cream (same thing) in the dairy section of your grocery store. It should be well-chilled. Cream Cheese: You’ll want to make sure that your cream cheese is softened, or at room temperature so it’s easy to blend. Choose either full-fat or reduced fat (Neufchatel) but not fat-free. Mascarpone Cheese: Sometimes known as Italian cream cheese, mascarpone is richer (75% butterfat) and softer than American cream cheese (55% butterfat). It has a silkier consistency. You’ll find it in either the cheese section or the dairy section of the grocery story. Powdered Sugar (Confectioner’s Sugar): Only one half cup is needed to sweeten this dip. Espresso Powder: A traditional flavoring in tiramisu, espresso powder is a type of instant coffee and is usually found on the coffee aisle, in a small jar or tin. Espresso powder is also an ingredient in these coffee cookies and mini mocha cheesecakes. Cocoa Powder: Used in baking, unsweetened cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor. It’s sifted on top of the dip, similar to a tiramisu dessert. Pure Vanilla Extract: For a warm, rich flavor.
How To Make Tiramisu Dip
Dissolve espresso powder. Begin by stirring the espresso powder into the whipping cream so it has a chance to dissolve. Set that aside. Whip. Put the cream cheese in a bowl and whip it with an electric mixer until it’s smooth and creamy. Add the mascarpone cheese and beat until velvety smooth. Beat in the powdered sugar and vanilla; then add the espresso-flavored whipping cream. Continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy with soft peaks. Serve. Scrape the dip into a serving bowl and sprinkle on the cocoa powder. Often cocoa powder tends to be a bit lumpy so it works best to use a small fine strainer to sift it over the dip. Serve this delectable dip immediately with dippers of your choice.
Recipe Variation
For a fun twist, add a tablespoon of rum or Kahlúa.
Storage Tips
This dip can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days. If you’re not planning on serving it immediately, hold off on the cocoa powder. It’s best to sift it on right before you serve the dip. It will look prettier. Disclosure: I have been compensated by Milk Means More for my time to develop this recipe and write this post. All opinions are as always, my own. Find out more about why Milk Means More on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest.
