This quick eggless tiramisu comes together in just 10 minutes: ladyfingers soaked in cold coffee and a airy mascarpone cream with vanilla pudding. Minimal effort, maximum delicacy, with a deep coffee note.
Ingredients
- Instant vanilla pudding mix — 1 package
- Cold milk — 1 1/4 cups | 300 ml
- Vanilla extract — 0.3 oz | 8 g
- Powdered sugar — 2 tbsp
- Whipped cream stabilizer — 1 packet
- Mascarpone — 8.8 oz | 250 g
- Heavy cream, chilled — 3/4 cup | 200 ml
- Ladyfingers — 1 package
- Strong coffee, completely cooled — 1 2/3 cups | 400 ml
Step-by-Step Recipe
- Prepare the vanilla pudding: whisk the contents of the packet with 1 1/4 cups | 300 ml cold milk until thick.
- In a separate bowl, stir the mascarpone with the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Whip the cream with the powdered sugar and stabilizer to soft peaks.
- Fold the mascarpone into the vanilla pudding, then gently fold in the whipped cream with a spatula until light and airy.
- Quickly dip the ladyfingers into the cold coffee for 1–2 seconds on each side and arrange the first layer in a dish.
- Spread over half of the cream. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and cream.
- Serve immediately, or chill for 30–60 minutes for a deeper flavor.
Nutritional Information
| Nutritional value per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ≈ 385 kcal |
| Protein | ≈ 6 g |
| Fat | ≈ 24 g |
| Carbohydrates | ≈ 38 g |
| Sugar | ≈ 22 g |
| Fiber | ≈ 1 g |
| Sodium | ≈ 120 mg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I use instead of mascarpone if I don’t have any?
Use full-fat cream cheese and add 1–2 tbsp of cream for a softer texture. Thick sour cream with 25–30% fat also works, though the flavor will be less creamy.
Can I make it without whipped cream stabilizer?
Yes. Whip very cold cream to firm peaks and gently fold it into the cream. You can also add a pinch of cornstarch or dry vanilla pudding mix for extra stability.
What coffee is best for soaking the ladyfingers?
Strong espresso or a rich filter coffee works well. Be sure to cool it completely. For extra flavor, you can add a little liqueur, such as amaretto, but it is optional.
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Tips and Variations
- Do not leave the ladyfingers in the coffee too long, or the dessert will become soggy.
- For a kid-friendly version, use decaf or barley coffee; adjust the strength to taste.
- For a more pronounced aroma, add a pinch of ground cinnamon to the cream or the coffee.
- Serve in individual glasses for a beautiful presentation and perfect layers.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.