This oreo tiramisu recipe is a twist on the classic Italian dessert, except that instead of ladyfingers, it uses oreo sandwich cookies. Classic tiramisu involves layers of coffee-dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone cream, and a cocoa garnish. This version is very similar with the primary difference being the oreo cookies, which turns it into an extra decadent dessert.
To make the oreo tiramisu, you make a mascarpone cream mixture by folding a whipped egg yolk mixture with a mixture of whipped cream and mascarpone cheese. Then, you layer oreo cookies that have been dipping in coffee with the cream mixture before garnishing it with cocoa powder. Once set in the fridge, the oreos will become cake-like from soaking up all of the cream.
What is Oreo Tiramisu?
Oreo tiramisu is inspired by traditional tiramisu, which is an Italian dessert involving layers of ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. This oreo version is a little different as it uses oreo cookies in place of ladyfingers. Also, while some tiramisu recipes might include mixing liqueur into the coffee for dipping the cookies, this version uses pure coffee instead.
Pro Tips
- When mixing the egg yolks over the heat, beat them continuously so that they don’t curdle.
- When dipping the oreos into the coffee, only allow them to soak for a couple of seconds as longer soaking will make them soggy.
- Allow the dessert to sit in the fridge for at least 6 hours before serving as this will allow the cookies to soften.
- Use a small fine-mesh sieve to lightly dust the cocoa powder on top of the dessert.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is My Tiramisu Soggy?
If you find that the cookies become soggy in your tiramisu, it will likely be due to oversoaking the oreos in the coffee. You should really just dunk them in the coffee briefly and pull them back out to prevent them from absorbing too much of the coffee.
Why is the Cream Mixture Lumpy?
If you find that your mascarpone cream mixture is on the lumpy side, it could be that your mascarpone cream was still cold. Make sure that you allow the mascarpone to soften at room temperature so that it blends easily with the other ingredients.
Does Tiramisu Firm Up?
While the finished product will have a very creamy texture, it should firm up enough in the fridge so that you can serve it in slices. The mascarpone will set up and the cookies will absorb the moisture.
How to Store Oreo Tiramisu
Oreo tiramisu should be tightly covered and refrigerated until you are ready to serve it. It is best eaten within 3 to 4 days.
Ingredients
How to Make Oreo Tiramisù
Using a bain-marie, whisk the eggs with the sugar until pale and fluffy, about 10 minutes.
Using a bain-marie, whisk the eggs with the sugar until pale and fluffy, about 10 minutes.
In a bowl, beat the cream with the vanilla until stiff peaks form. Beat in the mascarpone cheese.
In a bowl, beat the cream with the vanilla until stiff peaks form. Beat in the mascarpone cheese.
Add the egg yolk mixture to the cream and whisk until smooth.
Add the egg yolk mixture to the cream and whisk until smooth.
Dip half of the oreos in coffee and place them in the bottom of a 20 x 20 cm baking dish.
Dip half of the oreos in coffee and place them in the bottom of a 20 x 20 cm baking dish.
Pour half of the cream on top of the oreos and spread it out into a smooth layer.
Pour half of the cream on top of the oreos and spread it out into a smooth layer.
Dip the remaining oreos in the coffee and arrange them on top of the cream.
Dip the remaining oreos in the coffee and arrange them on top of the cream.
Spread the remaining cream on top of the cookies until smooth. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 6 hours.
Spread the remaining cream on top of the cookies until smooth. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 6 hours.
Dust with cocoa powder.
Dust with cocoa powder.
Serve and enjoy!
Serve and enjoy!
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