Last Updated on September 4, 2022
There’s no perfect time for tiramisu…because tiramisu is perfect all year round! If you are looking for a tiramisu recipe with ricotta cheese, you will find a few tasty recipes to try in this article.
How about trying a Tiramisu variation made with ricotta, instead of the usual mascarpone?
Tiramisu is an Italian dessert made from ladyfingers (savoiardi biscuits) soaked in espresso coffee and layered with a whipped mixture of egg yolks, sugar, mascarpone cheese, or cream cheese, together with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings added on top.
Which is Better: Ricotta Or Mascarpone Cheese?
Mascarpone has become so popular in tiramisu making since it is much smoother than ricotta. That is why tiramisu made with mascarpone usually tastes better than tiramisu made with ricotta cheese.
Though, according to some people, tiramisu made with ricotta cheese tastes less sweet than when using mascarpone; so it all depends on what taste you’re looking for from your tiramisu.
Mascarpone is heavy cream cheese, originating in Italy. It has a rich and creamy flavor that comes from the percentage of milkfat, which is usually around 60-75%.
Ricotta cheese is native to Italy, too. It’s made from the whey by-product of cheese-making. Tiramisu made with ricotta has a lighter texture than tiramisu with mascarpone. Since ricotta cheese is not as smooth as mascarpone, tiramisu made with ricotta will not be as creamy.
Tiramisu Recipe With Ricotta Cheese – Option 1
Ingredients
- 6 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
- 30 Savoiardi biscuits or ladyfingers (3 oz. or 85 g)
- 4 tbsp. cocoa powder
Preparation
Step 1: Whip
Whip half of the egg yolks and all of the sugar in a mixing bowl until it doubles in volume.
Step 2: Mix
Add the rest of the eggs without separating them from whites and continue whipping until they are well incorporated into the mixture.
Step 3: Stir
Add the remaining ingredients (except for chocolate shavings) to the bowl containing the whipped mixture and stir everything together until well blended.
Step 4: Fridge
Set the tiramisu with ricotta in a fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Step 5: Decorate
Before serving, sprinkle cocoa powder on top of the tiramisu to your preference.
Step 6: Enjoy!
Tiramisu Recipe With Ricotta Cheese – Option 2
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp. cocoa powder
- 30 Savoiardi biscuits or ladyfingers (3 oz. or 85 g)
- 1/4 cup coffee-flavored liqueur
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
- 8 egg yolks
Preparation
Step 1: Mix
Mix the sugar and the eggs until they double in volume for around 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 2: Combine
Add all other ingredients except for chocolate shavings.
Step 3: Mix and refrigerate
Mix everything until well blended and set the tiramisu in a fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Step 4: Tune
Before serving, sprinkle Tiramisu with cocoa powder on top.
Step 5: Bon Appetit!
Tiramisu Recipe With Ricotta And Mascarpone Cheese – Option 3
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Mascarpone cheese
- 24 oz. ricotta cheese (2 cups)
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 10 egg yolks
- 30 Savoiardi biscuits or ladyfingers (3 oz. or 85 g)
Preparation
Step 1: Mix
Mix the sugar and the eggs until they double in volume for 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 2: Combine
Add all other tiramisu ingredients except for chocolate shavings
Step 3: Refrigerate
Keep your tiramisu in a fridge for at least 4 hours before serving time.
Final Thoughts
Tiramisu can be made without mascarpone cheese and substituted with ricotta cheese instead. This tiramisu recipe with ricotta cheese will not taste exactly like tiramisu with mascarpone, but it will still do its magic.
Tiramisu is a dessert that was born in Italy and is popularly served in Italian restaurants all over the world. It looks simple enough – ladyfingers dipped in coffee and layered with creamy goodness – but it takes time and patience, as well as the right ingredients, to make tiramisu perfection.
There are four main types of tiramisu: Tiramisu Classico (tiramisu without liquor), Tiramisu al Caffe (tiramisu with coffee liquor), Tiramisu alla Partenopea (tiramisu with rum) and Tiramisu alla Napoletana (Neapolitan tiramisu made purely of mascarpone).
Tiramisu recipes are always popular, whether you make it with mascarpone cheese or ricotta. Tiramisu recipe with ricotta cheese is often made for celebrations for its light texture and slightly less intense flavor profile.
How about you try one of our tiramisu variations made with ricotta instead of the usual mascarpone? Let us know your results!
Learn more about Simple Tiramisu Recipe Without Alcohol
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you Replace Mascarpone with Ricotta Cheese?
Yes, you can replace mascarpone with ricotta cheese. But it's best to use equal parts of both kinds of cheese so that the tiramisu will have the same texture and taste as tiramisu made with pure mascarpone. It's important to note that ricotta has a different taste and texture to mascarpone.
What Can I Replace Mascarpone Within a Recipe?
Mascarpone cheese is rich, creamy, and melts well. It has a mild flavor, unlike cottage cheese or ricotta which are both pretty savory in taste. Tiramisu made with mascarpone tastes great but it's also expensive to buy since mascarpone cheese can cost more than other types of cheeses.
If you're looking for cheaper tiramisu substitutes that will give your Tiramisu an equally amazing taste, then why not replace mascarpone with ricotta or cream cheese?
Can Cream Cheese Be Used Instead of Mascarpone?
Yes, you can use cream cheese instead of mascarpone. Tiramisu made with cream cheese is very popular though it tastes slightly different as the cheese is more savory.
Can Sour Cream be Substituted for Mascarpone?
Yes, you can use sour cream instead of mascarpone. Tiramisu made with sour cream has a less creamy but more tangy and salty taste, in comparison to tiramisu made with mascarpone.
Tiramisu With Ricotta Cheese
Ingredients
- 6 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
- 30 Savoiardi biscuits or ladyfingers (3 oz. or 85 g)
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
- Whip half of the egg yolks and all of the sugar in a mixing bowl until it doubles in volume.
- Add the rest of the eggs without separating them from whites and continue whipping until they are well incorporated into the mixture.
- Add the remaining ingredients (except for chocolate shavings) to the bowl containing the whipped mixture and stir everything together until well blended.
- Set the tiramisu with ricotta in a fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, sprinkle cocoa powder on top of the tiramisu to your preference.
- Enjoy!