Pistachio Tiramisu
A delightful fusion of classic tiramisu with the nutty elegance of pistachios, layered with mascarpone cream and espresso-soaked ladyfingers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 285 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shelled pistachios
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brewed espresso, cooled
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios for garnish
Instructions
- Ground pistachios to elevate flavor in a food processor until finely ground.
- Whip the heavy cream in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form.
- Mix mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth in another bowl.
- Combine the whipped cream with the mascarpone mixture gently.
- Prepare the espresso mixture by mixing espresso and coffee liqueur in a shallow dish.
- Dip each ladyfinger quickly in the espresso mixture, then layer them in a serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chopped pistachios just before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s also great to make a day in advance to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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