Imbibe Tiramisu
A rich coffee-flavored dessert with layers of mascarpone and ladyfingers. This dessert-inspired quick meals ready in about 20 minutes pairs (soaked in coffee) Ladyfingers, Mascarpone cheese, (cooled) Coffee for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 (soaked in coffee) Ladyfingers
- 1 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup (cooled) Coffee
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1/4 cup Cocoa powder
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whip mascarpone with sugar until smooth.
- Step 2: Fold in cooled coffee until evenly mixed.
- Step 3: Layer soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone mixture, and cocoa powder in a dish, repeating layers.
- Step 4: Chill for 2 hours before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Imbibe Tiramisu take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Imbibe Tiramisu?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep mascarpone cheese from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Imbibe Tiramisu?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Imbibe Tiramisu for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Imbibe Tiramisu?
Dessert quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better quick meals dishes though.