As we honor World Milk Day on June 1st, why not celebrate with a delightful fusion of flavors in the form of Milk Tea Tiramisu? This creamy and indulgent dessert takes inspiration from the beloved beverage, infusing the classic Italian tiramisu with the aromatic essence of milk tea. Join in the festivities of World Milk Day by indulging in this tantalizing treat that pays homage to the versatility of milk in culinary creations.
Milk Tea Tiramisu
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brewed milk tea, cooled to room temperature
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 24 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the softened mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
- Dip each ladyfinger cookie into the brewed milk tea, ensuring they are soaked but not overly saturated.
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfinger cookies in the bottom of a serving dish or individual serving glasses.
- Spread a layer of the mascarpone cream mixture over the soaked ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layers, alternating between soaked ladyfinger cookies and mascarpone cream, until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mascarpone cream on top.
- Cover the dish or glasses with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the tiramisu to set.
- Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder for a decorative finish.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful combination of creamy mascarpone, delicate ladyfingers, and the aromatic essence of milk tea.
This World Milk Day, elevate your dessert experience with the exquisite flavors of Milk Tea Tiramisu. With each creamy bite, savor the harmonious blend of milk, tea, and indulgent sweetness, celebrating the versatility and richness of milk in culinary delights. Whether enjoyed as a refreshing treat on a warm summer day or as a decadent finale to a special meal, Milk Tea Tiramisu will surely delight your taste buds and leave you craving more. Cheers to the goodness of milk and the joy it brings to our tables on World Milk Day and beyond!
