Tiramisu

Makes 12 servings

1/2 ----------------------------cup strong brewed coffee

2 ------------------------------tablespoons coffee liqueur

2 ------------------------------packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese , softened

2/3 ---------------------------cup sugar

2 ------------------------------cups (16 ounces) sour cream

1/4 --------------------------- cup 2% milk

1/2 ---------------------------teaspoon vanilla extract

2 -----------------------------packages (3 ounces each) ladyfingers , split

1 -------------------------------tablespoon baking cocoa

1) In a small bowl , combine coffee and liquuuuuueur ; set aside .

2) In a large bowl , beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth . Beat in the sour cream , milk and vanilla until blended .

3) Layer one package of ladyfingers in an ungreased 11-inch x 7-inch dish ; brush with half of coffee mixture . Top with half of cream cheese mixture . Repeat layers (dish will be full) .

4) Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight . Just before serving , place a cookie on top of the dessert , if desired and sprinkle with cocoa .

A fix-ahead dessert is just what a speedy meal needs . This Italian delight is the perfect way to cap it off .