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Pistachio Tiramisu

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Pistachio tiramisu is a luxurious twist on the Italian classic, featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and pistachio mascarpone cream, topped with finely chopped pistachios for a nutty, elegant finish.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups strongly brewed coffee

2 tbsp rum (optional)

1/2 tsp almond extract (for coffee)

40 ladyfingers

4 large eggs, separated

3/4 cup granulated sugar

16 oz mascarpone, cold

1/2 cup pistachio paste

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp almond extract (for cream)

1/2 cup pistachios, very finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Brew strong coffee and pour into a shallow dish. Stir in almond extract and rum if using. Set aside.
  2. Separate eggs into two bowls: egg whites in one, yolks in the other.
  3. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add half the sugar, continuing until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a large bowl.
  4. Beat egg yolks with remaining sugar until pale and fluffy. Add mascarpone and mix until smooth. Stir in pistachio paste, vanilla, and almond extract.
  5. Fold the mascarpone mixture into the whipped egg whites in two additions, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
  6. Quickly dip ladyfingers into the coffee (do not soak), and arrange in a single layer in a 9×9-inch pan.
  7. Spread half the pistachio mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers. Repeat with another coffee-dipped layer of ladyfingers and the remaining cream.
  8. Top with finely chopped pistachios. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use amaretto liqueur instead of rum.
  • Add a dusting of cocoa powder between layers for a fusion of classic and pistachio tiramisu.
  • Serve in individual glasses for an elegant presentation.
  • Use pasteurized eggs if concerned about raw eggs.
  • Dip ladyfingers quickly to prevent sogginess.

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