I made this on a whim because I had a pack of ladyfingers, and immediately thought: matcha tiramisu. I’d seen a photo of one topped with flowers and berries and couldn’t stop thinking about it. So I made my own version , creamy, layered, and finished with a pile of fresh raspberries on top.

This recipe is cozy but elegant. It tastes like something you’d find in a quiet little café where everything is served on mismatched vintage plates and there’s always a garden view. The best part? It’s really easy to make.

What You’ll Need (just enough for a small batch):

• 12 ladyfingers (the crunchy kind)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream (cold)
• 1/4 cup mascarpone (or cream cheese + a splash of cream)
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup warm milk
• 1 tsp matcha powder
• 1–2 tsp honey (optional)
• Matcha powder for dusting
• Fresh raspberries for the top

Tips & Tricks Before You Start:

I like to chill it for at least 2–3 hours before serving, but it’s honestly still delicious if you can’t wait.

Don’t soak the ladyfingers too long — just a quick dip in the matcha so they don’t fall apart.

Use cold cream so it whips up nicely. I pop mine in the freezer for a few minutes beforehand.

If you don’t have mascarpone, a mix of cream cheese + a little heavy cream works great.

How to Make It:

1. Make the matcha soak: Whisk 1 tsp matcha with a splash of warm milk until smooth, then stir in the rest of the milk and honey.
2. Make the cream: Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. In another bowl, mix mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold the whipped cream in.
3. Assemble: Dip ladyfingers quickly in the matcha and layer half in your dish. Add half the cream. Repeat with the rest of the ladyfingers and cream.
4. Top it off: Dust with matcha powder and pile on those juicy raspberries. Chill if you can. Eat with a small spoon and no guilt.

This is one of those desserts that looks fancy but comes together in about 15 minutes. And honestly? It tastes even better the next day. If you’re looking for a way to make your afternoon feel a little more romantic — this is it.

Let me know if you try it, or if you end up topping yours with something else (blueberries, edible flowers, white chocolate curls, all fair game.)

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