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Summer Berry Tiramisu (No Bake)

Summer Berry tiramisu (no bake) layers coffee-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, and fresh berries for a bright, elegant dessert. No-bake assembly makes it quick to prepare, while chilling sets the texture like classic tiramisu.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
chilling 4 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

ladyfinger cookies
  • 24 ladyfinger cookies Use plain ladyfingers for best soaking.
coffee
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled Cool completely so the cream doesn’t melt.
mascarpone
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened Soften at room temperature for easier folding.
heavy cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Cold cream whips faster and holds stiff peaks.
sugar
  • 0.3333333333 cup granulated sugar Measure level for stable whipped cream.
vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds warmth to the mascarpone layer.
berries
  • 1.5 cup mixed strawberries and blueberries, sliced Slice for even fruit distribution.
cocoa powder
  • 0.25 tsp cocoa powder, for dusting Dust lightly right before serving for best color.

Equipment

  • 1 stand mixer

Method
 

Make the mascarpone cream
  1. Beat the heavy whipping cream with the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the mascarpone until smooth and thick.
  2. Stop as soon as the mascarpone disappears to avoid overmixing and a grainy texture.
Assemble the tiramisu layers
  1. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee, no more than 1–2 seconds per side, then arrange in a single layer in a dish.
  2. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, then scatter half of the sliced strawberries and blueberries on top.
  3. Repeat with a second layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers, the remaining mascarpone mixture, and the remaining strawberries and blueberries.
Chill and serve
  1. Dust the top with cocoa powder in an even, light layer.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving for the best texture.

Notes

For clean, even layers, use a dish with straight sides and dip the ladyfingers in batches so they don’t get oversoaked. Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the berries and cream can soften when thawed. For a lighter option, swap part of the heavy cream with an equal amount of cold mascarpone-light style cream cheese spread (texture may be slightly softer).