Sin-Sational Sunday

Baby Tiramisu

If you're a fan of the classic Italian dessert Tiramisu, try this quick, lower-calorie variation the next time you need a dessert in a hurry. Both types of ladyfingers—spongy and crunchy—work well.

6 servings

Active Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes



Ingredients

1/2 cup nonfat ricotta cheese, (4 ounces)

2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar [since this is such a minimal amount for the recipe, I use the confectioner's sugar and don't use a substitute]

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

12 ladyfingers, (about 1 3/4 ounces)

4 tablespoons brewed espresso, or strong coffee, divided

2 tablespoons bittersweet chocolate chips, melted




Preparation
1.Combine ricotta, sugar, vanilla and cinnamon in a medium bowl.

2.Place 6 ladyfingers in a 9-by-5-inch (or similar size) loaf pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons espresso (or coffee). Spread the ricotta mixture over the ladyfingers. Place another layer of ladyfingers over the ricotta and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons espresso (or coffee). Drizzle with melted chocolate. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.


Tips & Notes
Tip: To melt chocolate: Microwave on Medium for 1 minute. Stir, then continue microwaving on Medium in 20-second intervals until melted, stirring after each interval. Or place in the top of a double boiler over hot, but not boiling, water. Stir until melted.


Nutrition
Per serving: 107 calories; 2 g fat (1 g sat, 0 g mono); 3 mg cholesterol; 18 g carbohydrates; 3 g protein; 0 g fiber; 125 mg sodium; 29 mg potassium; FLFL: 1 snack



This looks very elegant when served to guests for dessert! And is especially nice made with the soft lady fingers. I place a paper doily on a dessert plate, and then place the tiramisu on the doily. Everyone loves the way this looks when presented!

**Recipe is from Eating Well.