Tiramisu Parfaits with Toasted Almonds Recipe

Name: Tiramisu Parfaits with Toasted Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coffee liqueur; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup dark corn syrup; 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder or coffee powder; 2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup powdered sugar; 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, room temperature; 1 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream; 1 12-ounce purchased pound cake, cut crosswise into 12 slices; Unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

1
Combine 1/2 cup coffee liqueur, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup dark corn syrup, 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder and 2 tablespoons powdered sugar in small bowl.
2
Blend well.
3
Combine 5 tablespoons espresso syrup, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 8 ounces cream cheese in large bowl.
4
Using electric mixer, beat until smooth and fluffy.
5
Beat 1 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream and remaining 1/4 cup powdered sugar in another large bowl until stiff peaks form.
6
Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
7
Place 1 pound-cake slice in bottom of each of 6 parfait glasses or wine goblets, tearing and pressing pound cake to fit.
8
Drizzle 1 tablespoon espresso syrup over each.
9
Spread 1/3 cup cream cheese filling over each.
10
Repeat layering with remaining pound cake, espresso syrup and cream cheese filling.
11
Sift unsweetened cocoa powder generously over parfaits.
12
Cover parfaits and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
13
Top parfaits with toasted sliced almonds and serve.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup coffee liqueur, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup dark corn syrup, 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder or coffee powder, and more.

Yes, Tiramisu Parfaits with Toasted Almonds 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!

Tiramisu Parfaits with Toasted Almonds

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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