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Pistachio Tiramisu Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 45 minutes plus overnight refrigeration
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Pistachio Tiramisu is a luscious twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring creamy mascarpone blended with rich pistachio paste and topped with crunchy chopped pistachios. Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers combine with whipped cream and a delicate egg yolk mixture to create a smooth, nutty dessert that requires no baking and is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.

Ingredients

Cream Mixture

  • 1 ¾ Cups heavy cream
  • 7 egg yolks
  • 3 Tablespoons cold water
  • 2 Tablespoons white sugar
  • 21 Ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 4 Tablespoons pistachio paste (or pistachio cream)

Assembly

  • 1 Cup brewed coffee mixed with 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • 2 Packages ladyfingers (24 to 30 ladyfingers in total)
  • 1 ½ Cups pistachios (shell before measuring out, then chop finely)

Instructions

  1. Whip the Cream: Whip the heavy cream in a bowl on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 4 minutes.
  2. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix the egg yolks with cold water and white sugar, then microwave for 30 seconds.
  3. Beat Egg Yolks: Beat the warmed egg yolk mixture on high speed for about 6 minutes until it doubles in size and becomes a white, soft cream.
  4. Combine Cream and Cheese: Gently fold together the whipped cream, beaten egg yolk cream, mascarpone cheese, and pistachio paste in a large bowl, being careful not to overmix to retain lightness.
  5. Soak Ladyfingers: Briefly dip the ladyfingers into the sweetened brewed coffee to soak them but avoid getting them too soggy.
  6. Layer Ladyfingers: Arrange a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers in a 13 x 9-inch dish.
  7. First Cream Layer: Pour half of the cream mixture over the ladyfingers, spreading evenly.
  8. Add Second Layer: Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers on top of the cream.
  9. Top with Remaining Cream: Pour the remaining cream mixture over the second layer of ladyfingers and smooth the surface.
  10. Sprinkle Pistachios: Evenly sprinkle the finely chopped pistachios over the top layer for added crunch and flavor.
  11. Refrigerate Overnight: Cover and refrigerate the tiramisu overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh, high-quality mascarpone cheese for best texture and flavor.
  • If pistachio paste is unavailable, finely ground pistachios mixed with a bit of honey can substitute.
  • Ensure ladyfingers are soaked just long enough to absorb coffee without becoming mushy.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, omit any liquor; the recipe as is does not call for alcohol.
  • This dessert benefits from resting overnight to enhance flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/pistachio-tiramisu-recipe/