Description
This Easy Vegan Tiramisu is a delightful dairy-free twist on the classic Italian dessert, perfect for dessert lovers seeking a creamy, coffee-infused treat. Made with soaked cashews, coconut milk, and vegan ladyfingers, this recipe offers a luscious texture and rich flavor without any animal products. The tiramisu is layered and chilled to meld the flavors beautifully, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder for a traditional finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegan Ladyfinger Layer
- 1 pack of vegan ladyfingers (or sponge cake)
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
Cashew Cream
- 1/2 cup cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours)
- 1 cup canned coconut milk (or other non-dairy milk)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (or agave syrup)
Garnish
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cashew Cream: Blend the soaked cashews, coconut milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in a high-speed blender until smooth and creamy. Set this creamy mixture aside for layering.
- Assemble the Tiramisu: Quickly dip the vegan ladyfingers into the cooled strong coffee, making sure not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess, then arrange them evenly at the bottom of a serving dish.
- Layer the Cream: Spread a generous layer of the prepared cashew cream mixture over the coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Repeat the process with another layer of dipped ladyfingers followed by more cashew cream to build the dessert.
- Chill: Cover the assembled tiramisu and place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set properly.
- Finish: Before serving, dust the top layer generously with cocoa powder for a classic tiramisu finish and an extra touch of flavor.
Notes
- Make sure to soak the cashews for at least 2 hours or overnight for the creamiest texture in the cashew cream.
- If vegan ladyfingers are unavailable, soft vegan sponge cake slices can be used alternatively.
- To enhance the coffee flavor, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur if not strictly vegan or alcohol-free.
- This dessert is best served chilled and is perfect to prepare a day in advance for improved flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of powdered sugar and maple syrup according to your taste.
