Rich and luxurious, this make-ahead dessert is perfect for date night and ridiculously easy to prep.

Greg DuPree

Share thisdelicious dessertwith someone you loveor just eat it yourself two nights in a row.

This tiramisu recipe is perfectly sweetened and has just the right amount of punch from the booze-spiked filling.

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Photo:Greg DuPree

The surprising twist is the use of easy-to-find cream cheese instead of traditional mascarpone cheese.

Marsala wine, Baileys, dark rum, Kahlua, or Frangelico are all great swaps for the bourbon.

For a non-alcoholic version, use two teaspoons of vanilla extract for added depth and a sweet fragrance.

This recipe was developed by Anna Theoktisto.

Dip 6 ladyfinger halves in espresso for 5 seconds, turning to coat.

In each of 2 (12-ounce) straight-sided glasses, place 3 pieces in an even layer.

Top with 1/4 cup raspberries.

Spoon about 1/3 cup cream cheese mixture over raspberries.

Repeat layers, ending with cream cheese mixture.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 2 days.

Grate desired amount of chocolate over top of each tiramisu using a Microplane.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.