Ghetto Tiramisu

Craving a decadent dessert without the hassle? This Quick and Easy Ghetto Tiramisu is your go-to indulgence! Crafted with store-bought sponge cake, velvety cream cheese, and rich coffee, this no-bake treat delivers all the flavors of classic tiramisu with minimal effort. The recipe swaps traditional mascarpone for cream cheese, whipped to perfection with powdered sugar and vanilla, creating a luscious filling that perfectly complements the coffee-soaked cake. Topped with a dusting of cocoa powder, this approachable twist on Italy’s favorite dessert comes together in just 20 minutes and requires no cooking. Perfect for busy weeknights or when the sweet tooth strikes, this budget-friendly tiramisu proves you can create gourmet flavor in a pinch. Serve it chilled, and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons Instant coffee
• 1 cup Hot water
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 6 pieces Store-bought sponge cake slices
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

Step 1

Dissolve 2 teaspoons of instant coffee and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar in 1 cup of hot water. Let it cool completely.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese with 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of whipping cream until soft peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and gently mix until fully combined.

Step 4

Dip each slice of sponge cake into the cooled coffee, ensuring both sides are moistened, but do not oversaturate.

Step 5

In an 8x8-inch dish, layer half of the soaked sponge cake slices to cover the bottom completely.

Step 6

Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the sponge cake layer.

Step 7

Repeat with another layer of coffee-soaked sponge cake slices and the remaining cream cheese mixture.

Step 8

Dust the top generously with 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve.

Step 9

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve chilled and enjoy your quick and easy Ghetto Tiramisu!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1057.8 grams (1057.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2671

Total Fat 189.50g	243%
Saturated Fat 106.70g	534%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 589mg	196%
Sodium 1712mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 205.50g	75%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 133.80g
Protein 28.30g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 389mg	30%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 723mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.6%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 31.1%