Easy egg-free dessert to reuse leftover colomba
The Colomba tiramisù with coconut and chocolate cream is a simple and very quick dessert that I often prepare after Easter to reuse leftover colomba. It’s an original version of the classic tiramisu, enriched with coconut cream and melted chocolate.
The special feature of this recipe is that it is made without eggs, so it’s perfect also for those who are intolerant or prefer a lighter cream. With just a few ingredients you get a creamy, indulgent and truly irresistible dessert.
It’s perfect to serve:
as an Easter dessert
as a dessert after lunch
or as a decadent snack
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 8/10
- Cooking methods: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Easter
Ingredients
- Half colomba (Easter cake)
- 7 oz mascarpone
- 1 2/3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup grated (desiccated) coconut
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate
Steps
Preparation video HERE.
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Make the coconut cream
First, put the mascarpone and sugar in a bowl.
Start working with a whisk until you obtain a smooth cream.
Add the heavy cream and whip everything until you obtain a soft, firm cream.
Finally add the grated coconut and mix well.
Prepare the base
Slice the Colomba Easter cake into pieces.
Place a layer of colomba on the bottom of the baking dish.
Soak the slices with sweetened coffee.
First layer
Add a layer of coconut cream on top and spread it over the entire surface.
Chocolate layer
Melt the chocolate with the cream until you obtain a smooth cream.
Pour the chocolate over the cream layer and distribute it evenly.
Second layer
Place a second layer of colomba slices.
Soak again with sweetened coffee.
Cover with the remaining cream and level well.
Decoration
Finally, grate a little dark chocolate on top.
Place the tiramisù in the refrigerator for a few hours so it becomes even creamier.
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✨ Result
You will obtain a creamy colomba tiramisù, scented with coconut and super indulgent, perfect for giving a creative second life to your Easter colomba.
Storage:
The colomba tiramisù can be stored:
2-3 days in the refrigerator, well covered
freezing is not recommended.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I replace the coffee?Yes, you can use milk, decaffeinated coffee or chocolate milk.
Can I use classic or filled colomba?Yes, you can use any type of colomba.
Can I use milk chocolate?Of course, you can replace dark chocolate with milk chocolate.
