Strawberry tiramisu trifles
Instructions:
- Whisk together the strawberry preserves, liqueur, and orange juice in a small bowl.
- Beat the whipping cream to very soft peaks in a medium bowl. Add the mascarpone, sugar, and vanilla and continue beating until soft peaks form.
- Divide half of the whipped cream mixture evenly among the six serving glasses. (A small spring-loaded scoop makes this easier and neater.) Stand 4 ladyfingers upright inside each glass, spacing them evenly. The whipped cream mixture should hold them in place. Divide half of the strawberry preserve mixture evenly among the glasses. Divide the sliced strawberries among the glasses. Top with the rest of the preserve mixture, followed by the remaining cream mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to overnight. Just before serving, garnish each parfait with a whole berry.
- Tips and Techniques. Liqueurs add flavor, liquid, and sweetness to recipes. However, if you do not want to use alcohol, use flavored drink syrups instead, such as those used in fancy coffee concoctions. Match the flavor of the syrup to the liqueur, such as coffee for Kahlúa, hazelnut for Frangelico, orange for Grand Marnier, and raspberry for Chambord. These syrups are available in coffee shops, gourmet shops, and many grocery stores.