Description
Pistachio tiramisu is an exquisite twist on the classic Italian dessert. This indulgent treat combines layers of creamy mascarpone and rich whipped cream with the nutty crunch of finely ground pistachios, all supported by coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Visually stunning with its vibrant green hue, this dessert is simple to make yet impressively elegant. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet self-indulgence, every bite promises a delightful explosion of flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted shelled pistachios (finely ground)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup ladyfingers
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and tools: mixing bowl, electric mixer, and an 8×8-inch serving dish.
- Brew strong coffee and let it cool.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, mix mascarpone cheese with sugar until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger in cooled coffee and layer them at the bottom of the dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers, followed by crushed pistachios; repeat layering.
- Cover and chill for at least four hours (overnight is best). Garnish with more crushed pistachios before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg