Tiramisu is already indulgent, but adding coffee caramel takes it to dangerous levels of obsession. The layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone, and smooth caramel create a dessert that’s impossible to resist. Each bite hits you with deep coffee flavors, creamy textures, and just the right amount of sweetness. It’s fancy enough to impress but easy enough to make at home. No baking required—just patience while it chills. If you love coffee, caramel, and an unnecessarily decadent treat, this tiramisu is your new favorite dessert. Just be prepared to fight for the last slice.
Coffee Caramel Tiramisu
A creamy, espresso-soaked tiramisu with layers of coffee caramel for a next-level, melt-in-your-mouth dessert.
Ingredients
For the Coffee Caramel:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brewed espresso
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- ¼ tsp sea salt
For the Tiramisu:
- 1 cup brewed espresso cooled
- 3 tbsp coffee liqueur optional, but recommended
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese softened
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 24 ladyfingers savoiardi biscuits
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Make the caramel: Heat sugar in a saucepan until melted and golden brown.
- Slowly whisk in espresso, cream, butter, and salt until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- Whip mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until thick and fluffy.
- In a shallow dish, combine espresso and coffee liqueur.
- Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the espresso mixture—don’t soak them into mush.
- Layer half the ladyfingers in the baking dish.
- Spread half the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Drizzle half of the coffee caramel over the mascarpone layer.
- Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers, mascarpone, and caramel.
- Smooth the top and dust generously with cocoa powder.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours—overnight is best.
- Slice, serve, and watch it disappear.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 5%
- Vitamin A: 7%
- Phosphorus: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use dark espresso for a bolder coffee flavor.
- Don’t over-soak the ladyfingers, unless you enjoy tiramisu soup.
- The longer it chills, the better it tastes—if you can wait.
- Swap coffee liqueur with rum or brandy for extra indulgence.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, but good luck making it last that long.
