Tiramisu Cups without Mascarpone Cheese (No Egg Recipe)

4.50 from 8 votes

Tiramisu Cups without Mascarpone Cheese (No Egg Recipe)

These easy ladyfingers tiramisu cups are made without eggs and are so light and delicious. They are made with cream cheese instead of mascarpone, with added banana for a rich and silky taste. It is an excellent option to treat yourself or your family to an easy-to-make, no-bake yummy dessert.

Prep Time30

Total Time30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Italian

Servings: cups

Calories: 477kcal

Author: Dr. Nena Stefanovic

Ingredients

1 cup heavy whipping cream
8 oz cream cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoon powdered sugar
2 - 4 shots espresso or instant coffee (see notes)
1 - 2 bananas
1 package ladyfingers 7 oz or 200 gr
cocoa powder unsweetened, for decoration

Instructions

First, remove the cream cheese from the refrigerator and allow it to reach room temperature for about an hour.
In a separate large bowl, whip the cream until it achieves a creamy and smooth texture. Set it aside.
Combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar in another bowl. You can use a KitchenAid mixer or any high speed electric mixer available to blend the ingredients until they reach a smooth consistency.
Incorporate the whipped cream gently into the mixture until it forms a smooth, soft cream. I prefer desserts with less sugar, so I recommend tasting the cream at this stage. If you find it not sweet enough, add more powdered sugar and remix until the desired sweetness is achieved.
There are a few options for preparing the coffee mixture. A classic tiramisu is made with espresso coffee, which yields the best flavor. However, instant coffee such as Nescafe Clasico is an excellent alternative if you don't have an espresso machine. In both cases, it's best to use warm coffee, not hot, to prevent the ladyfingers from becoming too soggy.
Option 1 - Espresso: Prepare two shots of espresso and dilute with about a cup of warm water. You can adjust the strength of the coffee to your preference.
Option 2 - Instant Coffee: Dissolve 1-2 tablespoons of Nescafe Clasico in 1 cup of warm water. Mix well and set aside. You may need to adjust the amount of coffee depending on the number of Tiramisu cups you're making.
Quickly dip lady fingers in the coffee for about 1-2 seconds, then remove them. Do not leave it in the coffee for too long, as it will become too soggy. Break the coffee-soaked ladyfingers into three pieces and place them at the bottom of the cup. Add 2-4 tablespoons of the cream mixture and banana rounds. Repeat these layers until the cup is filled, ending with a layer of cream. Sprinkle cocoa powder on top for a finishing touch.
Refrigerate the Tiramisu cups for at least two hours, preferably overnight, to allow the cream to set and the ladyfingers to absorb moisture from the cream and coffee. This enhances the flavor and texture of the dessert.
Quick Tip: For a flawless cocoa powder layer, place a small amount of cocoa powder into a tea strainer and gently sift it over the cup, shaking it back and forth.

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Notes

This recipe yields approximately 4-6 individual tiramisu cups, varying in cup size. Any excess cream can be stored in a tightly sealed container and enjoyed within 1-2 days.
I prefer desserts with less sugar, so I recommend tasting the cream. If you find it not sweet enough, add more powdered sugar and remix until the desired sweetness is achieved.
You may need to adjust the amount of coffee depending on the number of Tiramisu cups you're making.
For a flawless cocoa powder layer, place a small amount of cocoa powder into a tea strainer and gently sift it over the cup, shaking it back and forth.

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