Fall head over heels for a special dessert that’s as sweet, bold and unique as your love story. Balsamic tiramisu, a playful twist on the classic Italian favorite, combines rich mascarpone, cognac-balsamic-soaked ladyfingers, and bright freeze-dried raspberries. The combination of elegant yet vibrant flavors dance on your taste buds like a love song. With each bite, indulge in the perfect balance of comfort and surprise—just like love itself. It’s the kind of dessert that makes you smile, laugh, and maybe even steal a kiss. The ideal last taste for your perfect date night, share it with someone special, and let this romantic treat sweep you off your feet. 

BALSAMIC TIRAMISU

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

▢ 3/4 cup IGP Balsamic Vinegar 
▢ 1/4 cup Cognac
▢ 1 tbsp vanilla extract
▢ 5 large egg yolks
▢ 1/2 cup granulated sugar
▢ 1/4 tsp salt
▢ 2 cups (16 oz) mascarpone cheese
▢ 1 3/4 cups heavy cream
▢ 30 ladyfinger cookies
▢ 1 cup freeze dried raspberries

DIRECTIONS

1. Pulse the freeze dried raspberries in a food processor until powdery. Set aside. 
2. Beat the egg yolks and sugar in a mixer until pale and thick, roughly 5 minutes.
3. Add the mascarpone cheese, salt and vanilla extract and whip until smooth and creamy. Add the heavy cream and whip until light and holds a soft peak, roughly 5 minutes.
4. Whisk the balsamic vinegar and cognac together in a shallow bowl. Dunk the tops of 1/2 the lady fingers into the balsamic mixture and arrange them evenly on the bottom of a 9" x 13" casserole dish. Top this first layer of ladyfingers with 1/2 the whipped mascarpone mixture and spread into an even. Layer. Dust with 1/2 the raspberry dust.
5. Repeat with the remaining ladyfingers, dunking and layering them evenly, and spread the remaining mascarpone cream on top with an offset spatula. Dust with the rest of the dehydrated raspberry dust. Cover with wrap and chill for at least 2 hours, if not overnight. 
6. Mangiamo.