Five Star Tiramisu Recipe

Name: Five Star Tiramisu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted; 1 (8 ounce) package low-fat cream cheese; 1 1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed and divided; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup water; 3 egg whites; 1/2 cup hot water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder; 2 tablespoons Kahlua or 2 tablespoons other coffee-flavored liqueur; 20 ladyfingers; 1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa

Servings: persons

2/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted
1 (8 ounce) package low-fat cream cheese
1 1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed and divided
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
3 egg whites
1/2 cup hot water
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon instant espresso coffee powder
2 tablespoons Kahlua or 2 tablespoons other coffee-flavored liqueur
20 ladyfingers
1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa

1
Combine powered sugar and cream cheese in a large bowl, beat at high speed until well blended.
2
Gently fold 1 cup whipped cream into cheese mixture.
3
Combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup water and egg white in top of double boiler; place over simmering water.
4
Beat mixture at high speed until peaks form.
5
Gently fold in 1/4 of egg white mixture into cheese mixture.
6
Fold in remaining egg white mixture and set aside.
7
Combine 1/2 cup hot water, 1 TBSP sugar, coffee granules and liqueur; stir mixture well.
8
Split ladyfingers in half lengthwise.
9
Arrange 20 ladyfinger halves, cut sides up, in bottom 8 inch square baking dish.
10
Drizzle half of espresso mixture over ladyfingers.
11
Spread half of cheese mixture over ladyfinger halves and repeat process until mixture is gone.
12
Spread remaining whipped topping over the last cream cheese mixture; sprinkle with cocoa.
13
Place tooth picks at each corner of dish and one in the middle, Cover with plastic wrap, (tooth picks keeps plastic wrap from sticking to Tiramisu) Chill for 2 hours.
14
TIP: Freeze two hours before serving, it will cut easier and cleaner.

383

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted, 1 (8 ounce) package low-fat cream cheese, 1 1/2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed and divided, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Five Star Tiramisu falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Five Star Tiramisu

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