By Akshara
August 27, 2026
Enjoy the rich flavours of a classic Italian dessert without the long preparation time. This ten minute tiramisu recipe uses instant espresso and store bought sponge fingers for a rapid assembly. Layered with a quick whisked mascarpone and double cream blend, it delivers a satisfying coffee and cocoa hit. Perfect for unexpected guests or sudden sweet cravings, this effortless dessert requires no baking and minimal cleanup.
250g mascarpone cheese  150ml double cream  4 tablespoons icing sugar  1 teaspoon vanilla extract  1 cup strong brewed espresso, completely cooled  12 to 14 sponge fingers  2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Whisk the mascarpone cheese, double cream, icing sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until the mixture forms soft, thick peaks.
Pour the cooled espresso into a shallow dish and quickly dip each sponge finger for one second on each side to prevent them from becoming soggy.
Arrange a single layer of the dipped sponge fingers at the bottom of a serving dish or individual glass cups.
Spread the mascarpone cream evenly over the sponge layer, dust generously with cocoa powder, and serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.