Description
Matcha Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, incorporating matcha for a unique flavor and vibrant color.
Ingredients
- Matcha Tea: 1 cup (240 ml) of strong brewed matcha tea, cooled.
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream.
- Mascarpone Cheese: 1 cup (240 g) of mascarpone cheese.
- Powdered Sugar: 1/2 cup (60 g) of powdered sugar.
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Ladyfingers: 1 package (7 oz or 200 g) of ladyfingers.
- Cocoa Powder: 2 tablespoons (15 g) for dusting.
- Salt: A pinch of salt.
Instructions
- Prepare the Matcha Mixture: Brew a strong cup of matcha tea and let it cool to room temperature.
- Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, then gradually add powdered sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
- Combine Ingredients: In a separate bowl, fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract mixture.
- Layering the Tiramisu: Dip ladyfingers quickly in the cooled matcha tea and layer half in a dish, followed by half of the mascarpone mixture.
- Chilling the Dessert: Layer the remaining soaked ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Over-whipping the cream can lead to a grainy texture.
- Soak ladyfingers quickly to avoid sogginess.
- Use high-quality matcha for the best flavor.
- Chill for at least 4 hours for optimal results.
- A pinch of salt enhances the flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Matcha, Tiramisu, Dessert, Italian, Green Tea