The ultimate guide to tiramisu

Dig into glorious layers of goodness with our best ready-made tiramisu and recipe ideas. Learn everything you need to know about this classic dessert and find new ways to experiment with tiramisu-inspired flavours.

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Emily Lambe

Creamy, chocolatey, and a little boozy – tiramisu is a fan-favourite for a reason. See how to make this decadent dessert with our recipe ideas and learn more about how we make our classic ready-made version. Or try something new with our tiramisu-inspired brownies, tipples and more.

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What is tiramisu?

Tiramisu is a dessert from the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions of Italy, featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone filling, topped with cocoa powder. It’s assembled in layers and left to chill for several hours. Our classic Tiramisu is made in Italy by experts who use the best ingredients, using knowledge dating back to the 1930s.

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Best ready-made tiramisu

Classic Tiramisu – Share this whopping tiramisu (it serves six!) at your next dinner party. It’s made in Italy with traditional Savoiardi biscuits soaked in coffee sauce, with luscious layers of mascarpone cream and Marsala wine mousse. It’s also available in smaller Tiramisu Pots for a treat on the go.
Hazelnut Tiramisu – For a new twist on tiramisu, try this nutty version, with layers of creamy mascarpone and hazelnut mousse and finished with dark chocolate pieces and chopped nuts.
Pistachio Tiramisu – Obsessed with all things pistachio? We are, too. We've layered fluffy coffee-soaked sponge with creamy mascarpone and pistachio mousse, and crowned it with a generous dusting of cocoa.

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Best tiramisu recipes

Discover new twists on this classic dessert with our easy recipes.

Quick amaretti tiramisu

Cut down on prep time with this clever take on tiramisu using our Collection Italian Amaretti Biscuits, made in Tuscany to a traditional recipe. Soak the amaretti in punchy cold brew coffee and amaretto liqueur, then spoon over a mix of light mascarpone and whipped cream. Chill in the fridge before topping with grated dark chocolate and crumbled amaretti.

Amaretti tiramisu recipe

Strawberries and cream tiramisu

You can’t go wrong with the fresh and fruity flavours of strawberries and cream – and now you can enjoy it in tiramisu form! Use our Giant Custard Creams and plump, fresh strawberries to make this fruity tiramisu, infused with a mouth-tingling boozy kick of orange brandy liqueur.

Strawberries and cream tiramisu recipe

White chocolate and raspberry tiramisu

Serve pro chef Shelina Permalloo’s elegant take on tiramisu for dessert at your next dinner party. Layer coffee-soaked sponge fingers with decadent white chocolate mascarpone whipped cream, then top with grated chocolate and juicy raspberries.

White chocolate tiramisu recipe

Tiramisu-style crêpes

Try a different take on tiramisu with these indulgent crêpes. Fill buttery crêpes with our luscious Collection Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Crème, made with gianduja chocolate and roasted hazelnuts. Then top with whipped cream, spiked with espresso liqueur, brown sugar, and mascarpone.

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Tiramisu espresso martini

Infuse your favourite cocktail with the flavours of this classic Italian dessert. Mix freshly brewed espresso with vodka and a splash of our Collection Tiramisu Irish Cream Liqueur, made with Belgian chocolate and fresh cream from the Arrabawn Creamery in Ireland.

Espresso martini recipe

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Combine the best of two classic sweet treats with our Creamy Tiramisu Brownies. Infused with a bold kick of Brazilian coffee, these fudgy brownies are topped with smooth mascarpone and white chocolate fudge.
Our beloved Tiramisu Irish Cream Liqueur is back again this year. This silky smooth tipple is a great addition to a mug of hot chocolate or a boozy coffee.
Take your tiramisu on the go with our Tiramisu Latte. The strong cold brew coffee is made with 100% Arabica beans, then combined with a splash of whole milk and a pinch of sugar for subtle sweetness.

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