Pumpkin Tiramisu (Easy No-Bake Dessert)
Pumpkin tiramisu layers spiced pumpkin mascarpone cream with espresso-soaked ladyfingers and cocoa powder. This creamy no bake dessert is smooth, chilled, and the perfect way to bring pumpkin into a classic Italian treat.
Servings 9
Calories 305kcal
Equipment
- mixing bowls For whisking and folding.
- hand mixer To whip the cream.
- baking dish 9x9 (23x23) Perfect size for this recipe.
- rubber spatula For folding cream into the mascarpone.
- fine-mesh sieve To dust cocoa evenly on top.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 g) pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp (3 g) pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 container (8 oz / 227 g) mascarpone cheese room temperature
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1½ cups (360 ml) brewed coffee or espresso cooled
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup or coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 package (7 oz / 200 g) ladyfingers (Savoiardi is my preferred brand)
- unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until combined. Add the mascarpone and mix until smooth.1 cup (240 g) pumpkin puree, ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar, 1 tsp (3 g) pumpkin pie spice, 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract, 1 container (8 oz / 227 g) mascarpone cheese
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks, then gently fold it into the pumpkin–mascarpone mixture.1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream
- In a shallow dish, stir together the cooled coffee and maple syrup or liqueur, if using.1½ cups (360 ml) brewed coffee or espresso, 1 tbsp (15 ml) maple syrup
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the coffee mixture and arrange them in a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) pan. (I fit 6 lengthwise across the top, then 3 horizontal along the bottom left, and 3 halves across the bottom right. You may need to adjust depending on your pan.)1 package (7 oz / 200 g) ladyfingers
- Spread half of the pumpkin cream mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining cream.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. Dust the top with cocoa powder before serving.unsweetened cocoa powder
Notes
- A trifle dish works if you want to show off the layers.
- Make it kid-friendly by dipping ladyfingers in hot chocolate instead of coffee.
- Use soft ladyfingers if you prefer a cakier texture, crisp if you want more bite.
- A sprinkle of crushed gingersnaps or pecans on top adds crunch.
- Bring mascarpone to room temperature before mixing so it blends smooth with the pumpkin.
Nutrition
Serving: 145g | Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 6200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg