Tiramisu Dip
A creamy, coffee-flavored dip inspired by tiramisu that's perfect for scooping with vanilla wafers.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature (1 pkg)
- 3/4 cup ricotta or mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder for sprinkling
- vanilla wafers for dipping and scooping
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl or food processor, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Add the ricotta or mascarpone and mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Add the sifted powdered sugar and beat for about 1 minute until incorporated and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract and instant coffee granules, then mix until evenly distributed; taste and adjust sweetness or coffee flavor if desired.
- Spoon the dip into a serving bowl and sprinkle the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Serve immediately with vanilla wafers for dipping.
- Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container for up to 2 days.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- electric mixer or food processor
- Spatula
- Serving Bowl
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth dip.
- Sift powdered sugar to avoid lumps.
- Adjust instant coffee to taste for stronger or milder coffee flavor.
- Ricotta yields a lighter texture; mascarpone is richer.