Description
A delightful no-bake dessert that combines the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake with the creamy texture of tiramisu. This strawberry shortcake tiramisu layers macerated fresh strawberries, fluffy cream cheese and whipped cream filling, and orange juice-dipped ladyfingers to create a fresh, flavorful treat perfect for warm days or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Mixture
- 1 pint (approximately 2 cups or 300 g) sliced fresh strawberries
- 3 tablespoons (38 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
Filling
- 8 ounces (227 g) cream cheese, softened, full-fat recommended
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) strawberry preserves, melted
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) whipped cream, homemade preferred
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) pure vanilla extract
Assembly
- 1 package (approx. 24 ladyfingers or 200 g) ladyfingers
- ¼ cup (60 ml) orange juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and fresh lemon juice. Toss gently to mix and let sit uncovered for about 10 minutes to allow the strawberries to release juice and create a flavorful syrup. The berries should become juicy and slightly softened.
- Make the Cream Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the melted strawberry preserves until smooth and free of lumps. In another bowl, whisk the whipped cream with vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture gently and gradually, maintaining a light, airy texture.
- Dip the Ladyfingers: Pour the orange juice into a shallow dish. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the orange juice for 1-2 seconds per side, ensuring they are moist but not soggy. Lay them immediately into the serving dish to prevent over-soaking.
- Assemble the Layers: Arrange a snug layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of the dish. Spread a layer of the cream filling evenly over the ladyfingers. Add a layer of the macerated strawberries along with a little syrup for moisture. Repeat the layering process—ladyfingers, cream, strawberries, and whipped cream—until all ingredients are used, packing layers tightly for good structure and appearance.
- Chill the Dessert: Cover the assembled tiramisu with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up. For longer storage, wrap securely and freeze for up to one month; thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm ladyfingers to avoid soggy layers.
- Homemade whipped cream will yield the best texture, but store-bought can be used in a pinch.
- Adjust sugar in the strawberries depending on their natural sweetness.
- For a stronger flavor, add a teaspoon of orange liqueur to the orange juice for dipping ladyfingers.
- This dessert can be prepared a day in advance to enhance flavor melding.
- Freeze leftovers tightly wrapped to maintain freshness for up to one month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Layered Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: strawberry shortcake, tiramisu, no-bake dessert, layered dessert, fresh strawberries, cream cheese dessert, summer dessert
