Mini Cherry Tiramisu Dessert Cups (Gluten Free)

Indulge in Mini Cherry Tiramisu Dessert Cups – a delightful blend of flavors and textures. These treats feature layers of espresso-infused gluten free ladyfingers, light whipped cream, and a sweet homemade cherry filling. Topped with a hint of dark chocolate, each bite offers a balanced mix of sweetness and richness.

Perfect for any occasion, these dessert cups capture the essence of cherries and the charm of tiramisu in every spoonful.

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Why You’ll Love Cherry Tiramisu Dessert Cups

You’ll love these mini cherry tiramisu dessert cups because they’re much healthier then their traditional counterparts which are made with mascarpone cheese, eggs, Marciano cherries and tons of sugar.

Not to mention they’re beautiful! These tiramisu dessert cups don’t require any cooking, take only 20 minutes to put together and are perfect for making ahead of time:

• Gluten Free
• Vegetarian
• Vegan Friendly
• Dairy Free
• Nut Free
• No Bake
• Quick and Easy
• Light and Refreshing
• Perfect for Meal Prep

What is Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a dessert that was invented in the 1960’s as an afternoon pick me up. It’s made with layered lady fingers soaked in coffee and liquor, whipped cream mixed with eggs and mascarpone cheese and chocolate.

Some recipes don’t use egg or swap the lady fingers for another type of cake like Black Forest cake.

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Tiramisu is typically enjoyed cold. It can be served in mini glasses or made in a cake pan.

What Does Cherry Tiramisu Taste Like?

Tiramisu tastes like a mix of coffee-soaked biscuits, creamy whipped cream, a touch of cocoa or chocolate, and a hint of sweetness. It’s not too sweet and has a balanced bitterness from the coffee. It has a light and fluffy texture.

Ingredients to Make Cherry Tiramisu Dessert Cups

• Cherries 
• Dark Chocolate
• Heavy Whipping Cream or Coconut Whipping Cream
• Vanilla Extract
• Gluten Free Lady Fingers
• Espresso  
•  Monk Fruit Sugar
• Agar Powder 
• Coconut Whipping Cream 
• Vanilla Extract 
• 8 Gluten Free Lady Finger Cookies

What is Agar Powder?

In this cherry tiramisu recipe I wanted to make the cherry filling as healthy as possible. So while other recipes use Marciano cherries and processed cherry juice.

I made mine out of nothing but fresh cherries, sugar and ager powder!

Does Coconut Whipping Cream Really Turn Into Whipped Cream?

Using the creamy part of full fat coconut milk or coconut whipping cream (if you can find it in the supermarket) will create a nicely whipped cream as long as it doesn’t have any gums or thickeners in it.

Is Cool Whip Gluten Free?

Is Cool Whip gluten free?

Quick answer: Yes! All varieties of Kraft Foods Cool Whip are 100 percent gluten-free.

Thickeners and gums can prevent coconut milk from whipping into stiff peaks.

You can also use vegan cool whip or another kind of store bought vegan whipped cream.

How to Make Cherry Tiramisu in Mini Dessert Cups

Instructions For Cherry Filling

• In a small sauce pan combine pitted cherries and sugar. Cook over medium low heat for 8 minutes or until the cherries are soft and the sugar is melted. Transfer to a food processor and combine until semi smooth jelly forms.
• Pour the mixture into a heat safe jar and mix with 1 tbsp ager ager powder. Place in the fridge to cool.

Instructions for Whipped Cream

• Combine heavy whipping cream and vanilla in a bowl. Mix with a standing mixer until stiff peaks form (5 minutes).

Instructions to Assemble Cherry Tiramisu Dessert Cups

• Break the lady fingers into thirds. Soak them in the coffee for one second and then place at the bottom of the jar. Layer each jar with a scoop of cherry filling, followed by whip cream and the grated chocolate. Add another layer of cherry filling and whipped cream. Garnish with extra cherry drizzle, grated chocolate and a fresh cherry.

Best Dessert Cups for Mini Cherry Tiramisu Dessert Cups?

the best kinds of cups for mini cherry tiramisu dessert cups are 4 ounce mason jars!

I love these jars for tiramisu dessert cups because;

• They’re made of glass so you can see all of the beautiful tiramisu layers including the homemade cherry filling!
  
• they have screwable lidded tops that make storing them easy! Not to mention these jars are stackable!

Can You Make Tiramisu Ahead of Time?

Yes Tiramisu should be made at least 6 hours ahead of time so that the tiramisu ingredients have time to meld. If you serve tiramisu right away the lady finger layer won’t have enough time to absorb the liquid from the other layers and get soft.

Even though I like to make these tiramisu dessert cups ahead of time I always add a fresh dollop of vegan whipped cream and a fresh cherry on top to make them look their best.

You can make tiramisu up to 2 days ahead of time since they will stay fresh in an air tight container in the fridge.

Ingredient Substitutions

• Ager Powder: If you don’t have agar powder you can use gelatin. Or you can leave it out and just know that your Cherry filling will be more runny. Bit not to worry! It will still be delicious!
  
• Cherries: If you don’t have fresh cherries frozen cherries work great. Cherry jelly also works!
  
• Coconut whipping cream: You can use vegan whipped cream or heavy whipping cream if you don’t have a dairy allergy.

Can You Freeze Cherry Tiramisu

You can only freeze cherry tiramisu if you don’t use real dairy. Since this recipe used vegan whipped cream you can freeze it. Dairy cannot freeze well because the texture will change.

Even though you can freeze it I don’t recommend freezing cherry tiramisu dessert cups. This recipe is best enjoyed a few hours after it has been assembled.

How Long Does Cherry Tiramisu Last in the Fridge?

Tiramisu will last for up to two days in the fridge in an air tight container. Luckily the mason jars I recommend for this recipe come with their own airtight resealable lids!

Is Tiramisu Gluten Free?

Traditional tiramisu isn’t gluten free because lady finger cookies are made with gluten. However you can make this recipe gluten free by using gluten free lady finger cookies. I used Schar brand for this recipe!

Why Does Tiramisu Taste Like Coffee?

Tiramisu tastes like coffee because the lady fingers are soaked in espresso or another coffee like liquor like masala wine.

Does Store Bought Tiramisu Have Alcohol?

Since traditional tiramisu is made with masala wine and rum most store bought tiramisu will have some alcohol in it. It’s usually only a teaspoon or two of alcohol and not enough to make a difference.

you can always check the ingredients on the label for alcohol if you plan on serving the tiramisu to kids.

keep in mind that tiramisu still tastes great even without the alcohol.

Should Tiramisu Have Alcohol?

If you want to make a traditional tiramisu recipe then you should add a teaspoon of rum and Marsala wine to the coffee before you dip the lady fingers into it.

But you don’t need to use alcohol to make a delicious! This cherry tiramisu recipe tastes just as great without the addition of alcohol.

Since I wanted to make this tiramisu recipe kid friendly I didn’t add rum. Since tiramisu is a no bake dessert. The alcohol doesn’t get cooked out of the cake.

Does All Tiramisu in Italy Have Alcohol?

I’ve read plenty of online resources and I’m finding mixed results. Some people say that traditional tiramisu is made with alcohol and other sources say it is not.

I think traditional tiramisu is made with coffee and alcohol while in authentic Italian tiramisu is made with raw eggs and American tiramisu is made with tempered eggs or no egg at all due to the common American fear of salmonella.

Does Olive Garden Tiramisu Have Alcohol?

I looked online and couldn’t find the information for the Olive Garden tiramisu ingredients. I only found the calories and macro information. But most copy cat recipe ms online use amaretto so I believe it does use some alcohol!

Olive Garden Gluten Free Menu

Hungry for more than Olive Garden’s tiramisu? In this Olive Garden gluten free menu guide, I’ll highlight all the gluten free menu items, sides, and other gluten-sensitive options available at Olive Garden.

What’s Keto At Olive Garden?

Have you ever wondered what’s keto at Olive Garden?

In this menu guide, I’ll be highlighting the best keto options you can order at Olive Garden. 

From side dishes to the main courses, it’s easy for keto dieters to enjoy a great low-carb meal at one of the most well known Italian restaurant chain’s in the United States.

Is There Vodka in Tiramisu?

no there is no vodka in tiramisu because tiramisu is traditionally made with masala wine and rum.

Does The Alcohol Get Cooked Out of Tiramisu?

No the alcohol doesn’t get cooked out of tiramisu because tiramisu is a no bake dessert that is served cold.

Is There Alcohol in Costco Tiramisu?

Yes, costco does put a touch of masala wine in their Tiramisu cups according to pasta.com

Why Do Italians Eat Tiramisu?

Italians eat Tiramisu to honor a 19th century count who tried to unify Italy and failed. Another reason Italians eat tiramisu is because it’s believed to be an aphrodisiac and help men with ED.

I don’t believe that tiramisu is an aphrodisiac but the sweet treat probably puts Italians in a good mood since the alcohol has a relaxing effect while the coffee gives people a pickup.

How Soon Can You Eat Tiramisu?

It’s best to let tiramisu set for 6 to 12 hours after you make it before consuming. If you eat the tiramisu dessert cups right away then it won’t taste as good because the lady fingers need time to absorb all of the flavors and moisture from the cherry filling, espresso and whipped cream.

if you wait then then lady finger layer will become soft and cake like. But if you eat it right away the lady fingers will still be crunchy and not as flavorful!

Why Is Tiramisu Alcoholic?

Tiramisu is alcoholic because the lady fingers are soaked in rum and masala woke to enhance the coffee flavor.

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