
Chilli Chocolate Tiramisu
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This chilli chocolate tiramisu is my favorite dinner party dessert because it comes together in under an hour and always impresses guests with its sophisticated flavor. The combination of rich dark chocolate and fiery chilli flakes creates an unexpectedly delicious contrast that keeps people guessing. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants, so you can feel a little virtuous indulging in this elegant treat. Best of all, there's no baking involved, which means less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of friends and family. The chilli infused mascarpone adds a modern twist to the classic Italian dessert, transforming it into something truly special and memorable.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 12ladyfinger biscuits
- 250 gdark chocolate
- 10 gchilli flakes
- 200 mlespresso
- 100 mlmilk
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 50 gcocoa powder
- 2 gsalt
- 1 gground cinnamon
- 100 gwhipped cream
- 150 gchilli-infused mascarpone(see notes)
- 50 gdark chocolate shavings
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Soak the ladyfinger biscuits in a mixture of espresso and milk for about 3-5 seconds on each side.
Tip: Use a slotted spoon to remove the biscuits from the liquid.
- 2
Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the chocolate out of the bowl and transfer it to a heatproof bowl.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Tip: Add the melted butter and whisk until smooth.
- 4
Add the chilli flakes to the bowl and whisk until combined.
Tip: Add the cocoa mixture to the bowl with the melted chocolate and whisk until well combined.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whip the whipped cream until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Set aside.
- 6
In another bowl, whip the chilli-infused mascarpone until stiff peaks form.
Tip: Set aside.
- 7
To assemble the tiramisu, start with a layer of ladyfinger biscuits, followed by a layer of the chocolate mixture, then a layer of whipped cream, and finally a layer of chilli-infused mascarpone.
Tip: Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- 8
Dust the top of the tiramisu with dark chocolate shavings and serve immediately.
Tip: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
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