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    Home » Blog posts by Rosanna ETC » Desserts

    Panettone Tiramisu

    Published: Dec 6, 2021 · Modified: Apr 3, 2023 by Rosanna Stevens · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Panettone Tiramisu is a mouth-watering dessert that combines the fruity goodness of panettone with the rich and creamy flavors of tiramisu. Each layer of this dessert is carefully crafted to create a symphony of flavors and textures that will intrigue your taste buds.

    Mini panettone tiramisu
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    • Why you will love this panettone dessert recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make tiramisu with panettone
    • Plating suggestions
    • Wine pairing
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • FAQ
    • More Italian dessert recipes
    • Recipe Card

    Don't know what to make with leftover panettone? This easy Panettone Tiramisu recipe made with Mini panettone is the perfect recipe using panettone. Instead of the traditional sponge fingers, we use chocolate chip panettone in this tiramisu recipe dipped in coffee, layered with a creamy mascarpone mixture, and grated dark chocolate. A whole panettone works perfectly if you're searching for make-ahead dinner party desserts for several people but a mini panettone is an ideal size for two people if you're cooking for date night.

    You can use chocolate panettone or panettone with dried fruit, whichever appeals to you more. Or whichever kind of panettone you were given at Christmas time and don't know how to use. Does anyone else always get given mini panettone in their stocking and doesn't know what to do with it and it just languishes in the pantry for months? Well, now you have a way to use it. Panettone Tiramisu.

    panettone-tiramisu-with-mini-panetton.e

    The layers of this Mini Panettone Tiramisu recipe make it pretty to look at so we serve them in glasses, and dust the top with finely grated chocolate rather than cocoa powder because when it comes to chocolate, more is more, right?

    Panettone Tiramisu is a fast, delicious, and easy dessert to make. It's assembled in minutes and can be eaten straight away or left in the fridge

    Why you will love this panettone dessert recipe

    1. Quick and Easy: With only 6 ingredients, this no-bake dessert will be ready in just 15 minutes and only needs a minimum of 30 minutes of chilling time.
    2. Looks and tastes great: A sight of this dessert with layers of coffee-flavored mini panettone, smooth and creamy tiramisu filling, and grated dark chocolate in a small brandy glass will automatically send a signal to your saliva-secreting glands. 
    3. Egg-free: Traditional tiramisu recipes call for raw eggs, (separating the egg yolks from the egg whites) in the cream filling and I made this egg-free panettone tiramisu trifle.

    Ingredients

    ingredients shot
    1. Panettone: I made this panettone dessert using mini panettone but you are welcome to use regular panettone.
    2. Mascarpone cheese: is a milky, buttery, creamy cheese made from heavy cream. It’s commonly used in Italian cuisine and you can substitute it with cream cheese.
    3. Double cream / heavy whipping cream: You can use one or these or both if you have them. That will be 50ml of each to make up for the 100ml needed for this panettone dessert recipe.
    4. Icing sugar/confectioners sugar: If you don’t have either of the two, you can make your own by putting regular white sugar in a blender and blending on high to get a fine texture. Regular sugar has large particles which will interfere with the smoothness of this cream filling.
    5. Coffee: This is an Italian coffee-flavored dessert, you can use instant coffee to incorporate the coffee flavor.
    6. Chocolate: I used grated dark chocolate for the finish of this dessert using panettone. Cocoa powder can get this job done too.

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    How to make tiramisu with panettone

    1. Brew some coffee and allow it to cool. You can use instant, or even use cold brew if you have any in the fridge to save time.
    2. To make the tiramisu cream filling, mix the mascarpone cheese with the cream and sift in the sugar until it is smooth and incorporated. You don't need to use an electric whisk, just stir vigorously to avoid lumps of sugar. You want it thick and luxurious.
    3. Slice the mini panettone into six pieces that are all the same width.
    mini panettone sliced into 6 pieces

    4. Pour the coffee onto a plate and dip one side of each slice of mini panettone into the coffee before placing it in the bottom of a glass. Don't dip both sides as it will become sodden and we don't want that. A quick dip and we're done.

    5. Spoon some of the tiramisu cream filling on top of the first layer and smooth it all over with the back of the spoon to get a flat (ish) layer.

    6. Grate the dark chocolate finely over the top with a cheese grater (use the parmesan setting)

    a close up of a glass with a layer of cream filling with grated chocolate top

    7. Rinse and repeat! Add another slice of mini panettone, more mascarpone cream, and more chocolate.

    8. Once you have used all your panettone slices, cover the top with the rest of your cream mixture and grate over the rest of your chocolate to cover it completely.

    9. Chill the mini panettone tiramisu in the fridge for an hour for best results to let the flavors infuse and then enjoy!

    close up of panettone dessert covered in grated dark chocolate

    Hint: Grate your chocolate directly onto the tiramisu layers, as it's so fine that trying to pick it up and transfer it from a chopping board means most of it will instantly melt all over your hands. A nice problem to have, but it does make things a bit sticky.

    Plating suggestions

    Use short lowball glassware to get the right proportions in the glass, or a small brandy glass as I did. This can also work in a champagne coupe depending on the size.

    Make it a boozy tiramisu if you like, by switching out the coffee for a coffee liqueur like Kahlua. If you like your treats with a dash of liquor then try this Prosecco, raspberry, and elderflower jelly and Vodka Greyhound Frozen Cocktail Popsicles

    Wine pairing

    A light and sweet sparkling wine pairs well with tiramisu and panettone. Try prosecco as a festive and fizzy alternative to the traditional dessert wine as it complements the yeast in the panettone.

    Variations

    Here are a few ways you can change up this recipe to make it suit you

    1. White chocolate - try white chocolate instead to make this richer and sweeter.
    2. Crunch - add some crunch with crushed walnuts or pistachios on top.
    3. Fruit - add layers of berries to your mini panettone tiramisu to add extra natural sweetness.

    Looking for a super-fast dessert idea? Try this Toblerone lava cake in a mug that is cooked in the microwave and ready in under 5 minutes!

    Equipment

    You will need:

    1. A mixing bowl
    2. A small plate
    3. A cheese grater
    4. A bread knife
    5. Two glasses for serving

    Storage

    Store any leftovers in the fridge. Good for 1-2 days.

    These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.

    FAQ

    Can I serve this Panettone Tiramisu without letting it chill for 30 minutes in the fridge?

    If time is against you, you can go ahead and serve after assembling your dessert but resting it in the fridge will be best for flavors to infuse.

    Is mascarpone cheese the same as cream cheese?

    Mascarpone cheese is an Italian cheese made from cream, with a smooth, silky texture and mild, sweet taste. In contrast, cream cheese is a tangy, spreadable cheese made from a mixture of milk and cream. Although both kinds of cheese are soft and spreadable, they have distinct differences in taste, texture, and origin.

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    Recipe Card

    Mini panettone tiramisu

    Mini Panettone Tiramisu

    An easy dessert of panettone made into delicious tiramisu. The panettone is soaked in coffee and layered with a thick, indulgent mascarpone cream mixture.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Chilling time 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 1204 kcal

    Equipment

    • mixing bowl
    • Bread knife
    • Small plate
    • Cheese grater

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 100 grams panettone
    • 300 grams mascarpone cheese
    • 100 ml double cream
    • 3 tablespoon icing sugar
    • 50 grams dark chocolate

    Instructions
     

    • Brew some coffee and allow it to cool. You can use instant, or even use cold brew if you have any in the fridge to save time.
    • To make the tiramisu cream filling, mix the mascarpone cheese with the cream and sift in the sugar until it is smooth and incorporated. You don't need to use an electric whisk, just stir vigorously to avoid lumps of sugar. You want it thick and luxurious. 
    • Slice the mini panettone into six pieces that are all the same width. 
      slices of mini panettone
    • Pour the coffee onto a plate and dip one side of each slice of mini panettone into the coffee before placing it in the bottom of a glass. Don't dip both sides as it will become sodden and we don't want that. A quick dip and we're done. 
    • Spoon some of the tiramisu cream filling on top of the panettone and smooth it all over with the back of the spoon to get a flat (ish) layer. 
    • Grate the dark chocolate finely over the top with a cheese grater (use the parmesan setting)
      grated dark chocolate on a layer of cream filling and mini panettone
    • Rinse and repeat! Add another slice of mini panettone, more cream, more chocolate. 
    • Once you have used all your panettone slices, cover the top with the rest of your cream mixture and grate over the rest of your chocolate to cover it completely. 
    • Chill the mini panettone tiramisu in the fridge for an hour for best results to let the flavours infuse and then enjoy! 
      mini panettone tiramisu

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 1204kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 17gFat: 100gSaturated Fat: 61gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 219mgSodium: 107mgPotassium: 216mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 2845IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 261mgIron: 3mg
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    1. Shelly says

      December 06, 2021 at 8:55 pm

      5 stars
      Genius! I always get given panettone and never know what to do with them. This was so easy and was great for a romantic dinner for two

      Reply
    2. Emily says

      December 06, 2021 at 9:31 pm

      5 stars
      What a clever idea and perfect for the holidays!! I can't wait to make this for my party, I love tiramisu and now I have something even better!

      Reply
    3. Gabriela says

      December 07, 2021 at 2:38 am

      5 stars
      This is the first time I see this recipe, and I love how easy it is. I never knew Panettone was so easy to make, Thank you so much.

      Reply
    4. Addie says

      December 07, 2021 at 3:53 am

      5 stars
      What a stunning and delicious dessert!

      Reply
    5. Gina says

      December 07, 2021 at 12:43 pm

      5 stars
      This is my sisters favorite dessert. I will have to make it for her birthday soon.

      Reply
    6. Rebecca says

      May 25, 2022 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome recipe for date night, just what I was looking for and such a brilliant idea to use up a panettone I still have from Christmas!

      Reply

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