Pistachio Tiramisu
Pistachio Tiramisu is a luxurious twist on the beloved Italian classic, combining layers of velvety mascarpone and crunchy pistachios with aromatic coffee. Each bite offers a delightful harmony of flavors and textures, making it a stunning centerpiece for any gathering. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special treat at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 32 minute
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted roasted pistachios (chopped)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 24 Savoiardi (ladyfingers)
Instructions
- Brew espresso or strong coffee and let it cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, mix mascarpone until smooth. Gently fold in whipped cream until combined.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled espresso and place them in a dish.
- Layer dipped ladyfingers, spreading half of the mascarpone mixture on top, then sprinkle half of the chopped pistachios. Repeat the layers.
- Dust cocoa powder over the top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use fresh pistachios for maximum flavor and crunch. Allowing the tiramisu to chill overnight enhances all the flavors beautifully. Experiment by adding flavored liqueur or swapping pistachios for other nuts like almonds or hazelnuts for different variations.