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A creamy slice of Pistachio Tiramisu dusted with cocoa powder and sprinkled with chopped pistachios
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Pistachio Tiramisu

A creamy and delicious twist on the classic Italian dessert, packed with rich flavors and a delightful pistachio crunch.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup ground pistachios
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brewed espresso, cooled
  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios, for garnish
  • cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Mix flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat egg yolks with half of the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • In another bowl, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the remaining sugar, whisking until stiff peaks develop.
  • Gently fold egg yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites, followed by the dry ingredients.
  • Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
  • Whisk mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and thick.
  • Mix cooled espresso with coffee liqueur. Slice sponge cake into layers.
  • Brush each layer lightly with espresso mixture and spread mascarpone cream between layers.
  • Finish with a top layer of mascarpone cream, dust with cocoa powder, and sprinkle chopped pistachios.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

For a nut-free option, swap pistachios for cocoa powder. For a stronger coffee flavor, add an extra tablespoon of coffee liqueur. Best served chilled after overnight refrigeration.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Fat: 28g