Description

This Pumpkin Pie Tiramisu is a delightful seasonal twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining creamy mascarpone and spiced pumpkin puree layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Perfect for fall celebrations, this no-bake dessert features warm flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, balanced by a dusting of cocoa powder and optional notes of Kahlua or Amaretto.

Ingredients

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Pumpkin Mascarpone Mixture

1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch of ground nutmeg
16 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coffee Mixture

2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled
2–3 tablespoons Kahlua or Amaretto (optional)

Assembly

24 ladyfingers
Cocoa powder, for dusting

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Instructions

Prepare the Pumpkin Mascarpone Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until smooth to create the flavorful base.
Incorporate Mascarpone Cheese: Beat in the softened mascarpone cheese until fully incorporated and creamy, ensuring a rich texture.
Whip Heavy Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form to add lightness to the mixture.
Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream and vanilla extract into the pumpkin-mascarpone mixture to maintain its airy consistency.
Prepare the Coffee Mixture: In a shallow dish, mix the cooled brewed coffee with Kahlua or Amaretto, if using, to add an adult twist and depth of flavor.
Dip Ladyfingers: Briefly dip each ladyfinger in the coffee mixture, making sure they are moistened but not soggy, to prevent sogginess in the final dessert.
Layer Ladyfingers: Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a glass serving dish or trifle bowl as the first component of your tiramisu.
Add Pumpkin Mixture Layer: Spread a layer of the pumpkin mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers for creamy contrast.
Repeat Layers: Repeat the process, layering coffee-soaked ladyfingers and pumpkin mascarpone mixture, finishing with a final pumpkin layer on top.
Dust and Chill: Generously dust the top with cocoa powder, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, omit the Kahlua or Amaretto and replace with additional coffee or coffee-flavored syrup.
Ensure ladyfingers are dipped briefly to avoid a soggy dessert.
This dessert can be made a day ahead for convenience and enhanced flavor.
Use high-quality mascarpone and freshly brewed coffee for best results.
Keep refrigerated until serving to maintain texture and freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Italian-American