Pistachio Tiramisu
Pistachio Tiramisu is a creamy, luscious twist on the classic Italian dessert that combines rich mascarpone cream with nutty pistachio flavors and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. This easy-to-make dessert offers a unique green-hued presentation and perfectly balanced sweetness, ideal for dinner parties, holidays, or special occasions.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- 250g Mascarpone cheese
- 4 Egg yolks
- 100g Sugar
- 100g Pistachio paste (preferably fresh or high-quality)
- 1 cup Espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 200g Ladyfinger biscuits
- 200ml Whipped cream (heavy cream whipped to soft peaks)
Garnish
- Chopped pistachios
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
Optional
- 2–3 tablespoons Coffee liqueur (e.g., amaretto or coffee liqueur)
- Prepare the Pistachio Mascarpone Cream: Whisk the egg yolks and sugar together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until the mixture thickens and becomes pale, creating a creamy custard base. Remove from heat and carefully fold in the mascarpone cheese and pistachio paste until smooth and velvety.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone-pistachio mixture, maintaining a light and airy texture.
- Soak the Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso or coffee liqueur mixture, ensuring they absorb some moisture but remain slightly firm to hold the layers well.
- Assemble the Layers: In a serving dish or individual glasses, arrange a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Spread a generous layer of the pistachio mascarpone cream over them. Repeat the layering process until the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of the cream on top.
- Chill and Garnish: Cover the assembled tiramisu and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top and optionally dust with powdered sugar for a perfect finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh or high-quality pistachio paste for the best flavor.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers to avoid sogginess.
- Allow the dessert to chill thoroughly for optimal texture and flavor integration.
- Soften mascarpone to room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps.
- Fold the whipped cream gently to keep the mixture light and fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg
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