Description
A nourishing twist on classic tiramisu featuring protein-rich ingredients and cozy fall flavors.
Ingredients
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat for best texture)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar or preferred sweetener
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tbsp coffee extract or 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- 24 ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- For streusel topping (optional): 1/2 cup oats, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp cold butter, pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the cream: In a bowl, beat mascarpone, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly fluffy. Chill while you prepare the coffee soak.
- Make the coffee soak: Combine cooled strong coffee with coffee extract or maple syrup in a shallow bowl. Stir. Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Build the layers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee (do not soak — 1 second each side). Line the bottom of your dish with a single layer. Spread half of the protein-enhanced mascarpone mixture evenly over the ladyfingers. Dust lightly with cocoa powder and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Repeat with a second layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining cream. Finish with a final dusting of cocoa.
- For a crunchy autumn twist, make a quick streusel: pulse oats, brown sugar, butter, and salt until crumbly. Toast briefly in a pan until golden and sprinkle over the set tiramisu just before serving.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 240 minutes, ideally overnight. This helps flavors meld and the texture set.
Notes
Don’t over-soak ladyfingers. Quick dips keep the structure intact. Use full-fat yogurt and mascarpone for a silkier cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian