Baby Tiramisu

From EatingWell.com

If you’re a fan of the classic Italian dessert tiramisu, try this quick, lower-calorie variation the next time you need a dessert in a hurry. Both types of ladyfingers — spongy and crunchy — work well.

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Nutritional Information
(per serving)

Calories	107
Total Fat	2g
Saturated Fat	1g
Cholesterol	3mg
Sodium	125mg
Total Carbohydrate	18g
Dietary Fiber	--
Sugars	--
Protein	3g
Calcium	--

Ken Burris

Serves: 6 Edit

Yields: 6 servings
Total Time: 45 min

Prep Time: 15 min

Ingredients

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• 1/2 cup(s) nonfat ricotta cheese (4 ounces)
• 2 tablespoon(s) confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
• 1/8teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
• 12 ladyfingers (about 1 3/4 ounces)
• 4 tablespoon(s) brewed espresso or strong coffee, divided
• 2 tablespoon(s) bittersweet chocolate chips, melted (see Tip)

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Directions

1. Combine ricotta, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
2. Place 6 ladyfingers in a 9-by-5-inch (or similar size) loaf pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons espresso (or coffee). Spread the ricotta mixture over the ladyfingers. Place another layer of ladyfingers over the ricotta and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons espresso (or coffee). Drizzle with melted chocolate. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
   
   Carb Servings: 1 carbohydrate (other), 1/2 fat. Carbohydrate Servings: 1.

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Tips & Techniques

To melt chocolate: Microwave on Medium for 1 minute. Stir, then continue microwaving on Medium in 20-second intervals until melted, stirring after each interval. Or place in the top of a double boiler over hot, but not boiling, water. Stir until melted.