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Pumpkin Tiramisu Dessert

This fall twist on the classic Italian dessert is absolutely swoon-worthy! Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy pumpkin mascarpone make this the ultimate show-stopping dessert for your holiday table. The best part? You can make it a day ahead, which is basically a lifesaver during the busy holiday season!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • cups strong brewed coffee cooled
  • 3 tablespoons coffee liqueur optional
  • 16 ounces mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups heavy whipping cream cold
  • 2 7-ounce packages ladyfinger cookies (about 48 cookies)
  • Cocoa powder for dusting
  • Cinnamon for dusting

Method
 

  1. Combine the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur (if using) in a shallow bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin-mascarpone mixture until fully combined but still fluffy.
  4. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture (about 2 seconds per side—don't let them get soggy!) and arrange them in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish.
  5. Spread half of the pumpkin cream mixture over the ladyfingers, smoothing it into an even layer.
  6. Repeat with another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers and the remaining pumpkin cream mixture.
  7. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to let all those amazing flavors meld together.
  8. Before serving, dust the top with a mixture of cocoa powder and cinnamon using a fine-mesh sieve. Cut into squares and enjoy the compliments!