Description
Indulgent Nutty Pistachio Delight Tiramisu blends Italian classic with Middle Eastern charm, creating a luxurious dessert that dances between creamy mascarpone and rich pistachio layers. Rich flavors and delicate textures invite you to savor each heavenly spoonful of this sophisticated sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup pistachio paste
- 3/4 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 package ladyfingers
- 1 cup espresso or strong coffee, cooled
Dairy and Cream:
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Garnish and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Whip the mascarpone cream mixture until it forms delicate, airy peaks, blending heavy cream, mascarpone, pistachio paste, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with gentle, consistent strokes.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into cooled espresso for precisely 2 seconds, allowing brief moisture absorption without oversaturating the delicate biscuits.
- Create the first foundation layer by arranging the coffee-moistened ladyfingers across the bottom of the serving dish, ensuring complete coverage.
- Generously spread half of the pistachio cream mixture over the ladyfinger base, using a spatula to distribute evenly and eliminate air pockets.
- Construct the second layer by carefully positioning another set of espresso-dipped ladyfingers atop the initial pistachio cream layer.
- Crown the dessert with the remaining pistachio cream, smoothing the surface to create a pristine, uniform appearance.
- Garnish the tiramisu with a generous sprinkle of finely chopped pistachios and a delicate dusting of cocoa powder for visual and textural contrast.
- Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and texture to set perfectly.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality, unsalted pistachios to control the dessert’s sweetness and enhance the nutty flavor profile.
- Use room temperature mascarpone and heavy cream for smoother, more consistent whipping results.
- Gluten-free adaptation is possible by substituting traditional ladyfingers with gluten-free alternatives or using almond sponge cake slices.
- Prepare espresso or coffee in advance and allow it to cool completely to prevent soggy or disintegrated ladyfingers during layering.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg