This Strawberry Tiramisu is layered with the sweet taste of fresh strawberries, the creamy texture of protein-rich Lifeway Farmer Cheese and probiotic Lifeway Kefir, and a refreshing, bright blend of orange juice and strawberry jam that all combine to create a dessert unlike any other. This beautiful no-bake recipe makes a stunning table presentation, and it’s filled with gut health benefits thanks to our kefir and farmer cheese’s live probiotics.
While traditional tiramisu recipes use coffee, we opted for a fruit-filled version that we have to say gives it a colorful, competitive edge to the original. Luscious Lifeway Farmer Cheese and creamy whole milk vanilla Lifeway Kefir are the perfect filling for the layers of ladyfingers, which soak up the orange juice and strawberry jam blend. Every bite brings a balanced touch of sweetness and satisfaction, all in one delicious recipe that feels special despite its simplicity.
Even better, this gorgeous dessert is perfect for any gathering no matter the time of year, although it really shines during the warmer months when fresh strawberries are abundant and in season. With just one taste, you’ll forget everything you thought you knew about traditional tiramisu recipes. Just be sure to make enough — this one is sure to go fast!
Find Lifeway Farmer Cheese and Lifeway Kefir at a store near you so you can enjoy this Strawberry Tiramisu with us, and be sure to check out our other recipes here to discover more ways to use Lifeway in the kitchen.
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with a variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese,a creamy, high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and a healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Prep Time: 6 hours, 20 minutes Servings: 6-8Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz.) container of Farmer Cheese
- 1/2 cup Organic Whole Milk Vanilla Kefir
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract or flavoring
- 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup all-fruit strawberry jam
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 (7 oz.) package of ladyfingers (or use a gluten-free alternative)
- 1 pint of fresh strawberries, washed and sliced, divided in 1/2
Directions
- Place the entire container of Lifeway Farmer Cheese into a food processor along with Lifeway Vanilla kefir, vanilla, and pure maple syrup. Blend on high until very smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Add the strawberry jam and fresh orange juice to a shallow bowl, and mix until well-combined. Quickly dip both sides of each ladyfinger into the jam/juice mixture, one at a time, and line the bottom of a 2.5 quart baking dish with them.
- Drizzle 2 tbsp. of the jam mixture over the top of the ladyfingers, then cover with half of the whipped farmer cheese/kefir mixture from step 1. Top the farmer cheese/kefir mixture with 1/2 of the pint of sliced strawberries.
- Create a second layer by repeating the process above in step 3 using up all the rest of the farmer cheese/kefir mixture and the rest of the strawberries. Loosely cover, and place in the refrigerator for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
