Heavenly Tiramisu

Ingredients:

  • 1 c  fat-free ricotta
  • 8 oz. mascarpone
  • 2 Tbsp. lowfat milk
  • 1 1/2 c brewed espresso
  • 24 ladyfingers
  • 2 tsp. unsweetened cocoa
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/4 c plus 2 Tbsp. sugar, divided

Put the following ingredients in a food processor and process until creamy:

  • 1 c fat-free ricotta cheese, 8 oz. mascarpone (3/4 c)
  • 2 Tbsp low fat milk
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/4 c sugar

In a shallow dish combine 1 1/2 c brewed espresso (hot) with 2 Tbsp. sugar. Stir until sugar is disssolved. Quickly dip in the espresso mixture 12 ladyfingers and arrange them in a single layer in an 8x8 baking dish. Spread half of the ricotta mixture evenly on top. Put 1 tsp. of unsweetened cocoa powder in a small strainer and dust over cream. Repeat this with 12 more ladyfingers, cream and cocoa.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Serves 9.

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Desserts