Tiramisu-Inspired Trifle

Tiramisu is an Italian dessert, traditionally made with ladyfinger biscuits dipped in coffee, followed by a cream layer, and topped with cocoa powder. It sometimes also involves liquor like Marsala wine or Amaretto. For this recipe, we wanted to create a super quick vegan version inspired by the Italian classic, featuring almond extract that mirrors the almond taste of Amaretto.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 tsp instant espresso powder
• 1/4 cup boiling water
• 1/3 cup cold water
• 1/2 tsp almond extract
• 1 cup plain vegan cream cheese
• 1/3 cup sweetened condensed coconut milk
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 12 digestive cookie
• 1 tsp Dutch-process cocoa powder

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a small bowl, dissolve the espresso powder in the boiling water. Then add the cold water and almond extract and mix again.
2. 2To a medium bowl, add the cream cheese, condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Use an electric hand mixer to mix until smooth.
3. 3Break one or two cookies into a few pieces, dropping them into the espresso mixture. Then immediately scoop it out and transfer it to the bottom of your serving cup. Use a spoon to crush the cookies in the cup.
4. 4Spread a layer of cream (about 3 Tbsp) on top, followed by some more cookie pieces that have been dipped in the espresso mixture.
5. 5Add a final layer of cream, and then sift some cocoa powder on top. Enjoy right away, or let it chill for 1 hour in the fridge to let the flavours meld.