Ube Tiramisu : A Purple Twist on a Classic Dessert

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At Belly, we love giving timeless favourites a fresh, unexpected spin: desserts that honour tradition while celebrating the flavours we grew up with. Our Ube Tiramisu is one of those creations; an Italian classic infused with the rich, nutty sweetness of purple yam, soaked in creamy ube tres leches, and layered with blueberry compote for a tangy, fruity lift. It’s tradition with a technicolour twist.

Why Ube Makes This Tiramisu Special

Ube: the vibrant purple yam loved across the Philippines. It brings a naturally sweet, earthy depth that works beautifully in desserts. In our tiramisu, it’s whipped into a silky mascarpone cream; creating layers of flavour and colour that make every slice as gorgeous as it is indulgent.

Soaked in Ube Tres Leches

Instead of coffee or liquor, our sponge is soaked in ube tres leches (three milks infused with ube): a rich, velvety sweetness that melts into every bite. This twist softens the dessert, allowing the ube’s distinct flavour to shine through.

A Tangy Pop of Blueberry Compote

To balance the creaminess, we add a layer of house-made blueberry compote; juicy berries cooked down to a syrupy, tangy-sweet perfection. The deep purple-blue of the fruit meets the pastel violet of the ube in a match that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

A Dessert That Belongs at Belly

Our Ube Tiramisu is comfort and celebration in one dish: the creamy, layered indulgence of tiramisu meets the bold, nostalgic flavours of Filipino ube desserts. Finished with a scattering of blueberries on top, it’s perfect for lingering over coffee, sharing after dinner, or enjoying entirely to yourself (we won’t judge).