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This Iced Tiramisu Latte recipe showcases the flavors of the classic Italian dessert in drink form. A sweet, creamy whipped mascarpone topping floats on top of iced espresso for an irresistibly decadent treat that takes just 10 minutes to make!
If you’re a fan of Tiramisu, welcome to your new favorite drink.
True confession, I absolutely love Tiramisu. It’s one of those desserts when I see it on a menu, I’m always tempted to order it, but I very rarely make it!
It might come as a surprise, but we don’t eat a lot of sweets in my house (most of what I make gets gifted to friends). Cookies are easy to give away, but Tiramisu is a bit more difficult (mostly because it needs refrigeration and doesn’t travel as well as cookies!).
This latte is the perfect solution!
This Iced Tiramisu Latte showcases the flavor of the creamy mascarpone Tiramisu filling front and center. As you enjoy your way through the creamy topping, the flavor of espresso adds great balance. It’s in the center part where the decadent cream and the espresso meet that the magic happens as the flavors swirl together.
Cheese Tea as Inspiration
The deliciousness of Tiramisu was only half of my inspiration for this recipe though.
The other half came from something called Cheese Tea, which I first discovered back in 2018. If you’ve never heard of Cheese Tea, I know it probably sounds very odd! Get ideas of mozzarella and cheddar out of your head, lol.
Instead, think of whipped cream that’s just a little bit thicker than soft peaks with a soft cheese – such as cream cheese or mascarpone – whipped in. It’s sweetened (we use maple syrup here) and flavored (vanilla is a favorite of mine). This luscious topping gives drinks almost a cheesecake-like quality (but without all the richness of sitting down to a slice of cheesecake).
Cheese Tea features that luscious creamy topping on chilled tea. Here, coffee replaces tea and we create a Tiramisu flavor profile. And this Tiramisu Latte was born!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s quick and easy to make! In just 10 minutes, you’ll be sipping on a unique, decadent, coffee-shop-quality drink.
- The mascarpone cream. Ohhh myyyy, is it good! Rich and velvety-smooth with subtle sweet and smoky maple notes, a hint of underlying vanilla, and a touch of sea salt. It’s like a soft mousse floating on top of espresso!
- It makes just 2 servings. This is perfect for you and a friend! Or you can make it for just you and store half of the mascarpone cream in the fridge for up to 3 days.
The Best Iced Tiramisu Latte Recipe
Ingredients
Mascarpone Cream:
- Heavy whipping cream
- Mascarpone
- Pure maple syrup
- Vanilla extract
- Sea salt
Other:
- Ice cubes
- Freshly brewed hot espresso
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Pirouette or ladyfinger cookies
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Mascarpone Cream:
Add the heavy whipping cream to a bowl and whip to soft peaks. Add the mascarpone, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt, and whip until creamy and well-combined.
Step 2: Assemble the Latte:
Add 1 cup of ice to each of 2 glasses. Divide the espresso between the glasses. Top each with half of the mascarpone cream.
To garnish, add the cocoa powder to a fine mesh sieve and sift it on top of each latte. Top each with a cookie. Serve immediately.
Tips for Success
- Make sure the espresso is hot for this drink! Even though we’re making an iced latte, the espresso should be hot. This is because it will help melt the ice. Otherwise, the espresso will be too strong (it’s quite a bitter flavor when it’s not diluted).
- As you might know, Tiramisu typically has alcohol in it! If you want to make an alcoholic version of this drink, you can add a shot of rum, brandy, or amaretto along with the espresso.
Tiramisu Latte FAQs
What Does a Tiramisu Latte Taste Like?
This drink tastes like the classic dessert, but in beverage form! The sweet, creamy whipped mascarpone filling is similar to a fluffy no-bake cheesecake, and it sits on top of iced espresso.
Can I Make a Hot Tiramisu Latte?
Yes! To do so, simply omit the ice, dilute the espresso with 2 tablespoons of hot water per serving, and serve these lattes in mugs instead of glasses.
What Can I Use Instead of Espresso?
Instead of espresso, you can use double-strength hot coffee to make this latte.
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Ingredients
Mascarpone Cream:
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons mascarpone
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Other:
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 2 ounces freshly brewed hot espresso about 1/2 cup
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting on top
- 2 Pirouette cookies or ladyfinger cookies, for topping
Instructions
Make the Mascarpone Cream:
- Add the heavy whipping cream to a bowl and whip to soft peaks. Add the mascarpone, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt, and whip until creamy and well-combined.
Assemble the Latte:
- Add 1 cup of ice to each of 2 glasses. Divide the espresso between the glasses. Top each with half of the mascarpone cream.
- To garnish, add the cocoa powder to a fine mesh sieve and sift it on top of each latte. Top each with a cookie.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Nutrition Information: The nutritional information for this recipe was calculated without the cookie garnish.
- Maple Syrup Substitution: Instead of maple syrup, you can use 2 tablespoons simple syrup or 2 tablespoons powdered sugar.
- Espresso Substitution: You can use double-strength hot coffee to make this latte.
- Hot Espresso: Make sure the espresso is hot for this drink! Even though we’re making an iced latte, the espresso should be hot. This is because it will help melt the ice. Otherwise, the espresso will be too strong (it’s quite a bitter flavor when it’s not diluted).
- Storage: You can store the mascarpone cream in a glass jar covered in the fridge for up to 3 days before making this latte.
- To Make an Alcoholic Tiramisu Latte: As you might know, Tiramisu typically has alcohol in it! If you want to make an alcoholic version of this drink, you can add a shot of rum, brandy, or amaretto along with the espresso.
- To Make This a Hot Latte Instead of Iced: Omit the ice, dilute the espresso with 2 tablespoons of hot water per serving, and serve in mugs instead of glasses.
- For the Low Carb/Keto Version: Use keto maple syrup and a keto-friendly cookie.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximate.
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