Frozen Tiramisu
Submitted by betty.riordan
Frozen tiramisu made with coffee ice cream, ladyfingers, and whipped topping. Easy make-ahead Italian dessert that’s lighter than traditional tiramisu, perfect for summer.
YIELD
9 servingsPREP
20 minCOOK
5 hrsREADY
6 hrsThis is tiramisu for hot weather: ladyfingers soaked in strong coffee, layered with coffee ice cream and whipped topping, then frozen until solid.
Drizzles of chocolate syrup between layers add rich contrast while cocoa powder dusted on top gives that classic tiramisu look.
It’s lighter, easier, and more refreshing than the original, with all the coffee-chocolate flavor you crave.
Pro Tips
- Soften ice cream: Let it sit 10 minutes so it’s spreadable but not melted; too soft and it mixes with coffee
- Soak gradually: Pour coffee over ladyfingers slowly so they absorb evenly without getting soggy
- Work quickly: Once ice cream is mixed, spread it fast before it melts and loses volume
- Freeze thoroughly: At least 4 hours (overnight is better) ensures sliceable texture
- Soften before serving: Let sit at room temp 10 minutes for easier cutting and better flavor
Variations
- Use vanilla or chocolate ice cream instead of coffee
- Add 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur to coffee mixture for adult version
- Layer in crushed amaretti cookies for extra Italian flair
Ingredients
Directions
Soften ice cream on countertop for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine coffee granules and hot water in a small measuring cup.
Place half of the ladyfingers on bottom of an 8×8×2 baking dish .
Pour half of the coffee mixture over the ladyfingers, gradually, to cover all the cookies.
In a large bowl, beat ice cream with ⅔ cup of whipped topping until good spreading consistency.
Working quickly, spread half of the ice cream mixture over the coffee-soaked cookies.
Drizzle with 1½ tablespoon of the chocolate syrup, then top with half of the whipped topping.
Repeat layers (cookies, ice cream, chocolate syrup, whipped topping).
Dust top with cocoa; cover with plastic wrap. Freeze at least 4 hours or overnight.
Let soften slightly before serving.
Serves 9.
SARA
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