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White Chocolate Cranberry Tiramisu Cups

Sally Thompson
Looking for an elegant yet easy dessert to impress guests or satisfy a sweet tooth at home? These White Chocolate Cranberry Tiramisu Cups are the perfect winter indulgence! Creamy layers of mascarpone and white chocolate whipped filling, tart cranberry compote, and a buttery cookie base come together in individual cups that are as beautiful as they are delicious. Ideal for holiday entertaining, quick dessert ideas, or make-ahead treats, this no-bake recipe is loaded with flavor and texture. Whether you’re exploring easy dinner desserts or new festive food ideas, this recipe checks all the boxes for a stunning presentation and irresistible taste.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 6 oz white chocolate
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed ladyfingers or vanilla cookies
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp orange zest

Instructions
 

  • 1. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, and a splash of water. Cook over medium heat until the cranberries burst and break down into a jammy consistency, about 10 minutes. Add orange zest and stir. Let cool completely.
  • 2. Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  • 3. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  • 4. In a separate bowl, beat mascarpone until creamy, then fold in the melted white chocolate.
  • 5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated and fluffy.
  • 6. Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  • 7. Spoon cookie base into each serving cup and press down lightly.
  • 8. Add a layer of mascarpone cream, followed by cranberry compote, then top with another layer of cream.
  • 9. Chill in the refrigerator for 2–3 hours before serving.
  • 10. Garnish with sugared cranberries or white chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

Let the cranberry compote cool completely to prevent melting the cream layer.
Use high-quality white chocolate for the best flavor and smoothness.
Chill the dessert for several hours to allow layers to firm and flavors to develop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 85mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24g
Keyword easy holiday dessert, festive food ideas, no bake tiramisu, white chocolate cranberry dessert, winter cups
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