👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Pistachio Paste
- Soak & peel the pistachios: Blanch shelled pistachios in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to ice water. Remove skins for a vibrant green paste.
- Grind: Add peeled pistachios and 2 tbsp sugar to a food processor. Blend until finely ground.
Step 2: Prepare Pistachio Cream
- In a saucepan, whisk together milk, vanilla, and cornstarch. Add the ground pistachios.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (~5–7 minutes).
- Let it cool completely, then fold in ½ cup whipped heavy cream. Set aside.
Step 3: Make the Mascarpone Mixture
- In a bowl, beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
- Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone until combined.
Step 4: Soak the Ladyfingers
- Mix espresso (and optional sugar) in a shallow dish.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee—don’t oversoak or they’ll fall apart.
Step 5: Assemble the Tiramisu
- Layer 1: Arrange soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish.
- Layer 2: Spread half of the pistachio cream over the ladyfingers.
- Layer 3: Add half of the mascarpone mixture.
- Repeat layers once more. Smooth the top layer.
Step 6: Chill & Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, top with crushed pistachios and chocolate shavings.
🍽️ Serving Tips
- Serve cold, straight from the fridge.
- Use a sharp knife to cut clean slices.
- Garnish with edible flowers or a dusting of powdered sugar for presentation.
🔁 Optional Variations
- Alcoholic Twist: Add 1–2 tbsp pistachio liqueur or Amaretto to your coffee dip.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free ladyfingers.
- Chocolate Pistachio Tiramisu: Add a layer of dark chocolate ganache between layers.
- Vegan Version: Use dairy-free whipped topping, plant-based milk, and vegan ladyfingers.
📌 Make-Ahead & Storage
- Make Ahead: Prepare up to 2 days in advance.
- Store: Refrigerate tightly covered for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Yes! Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
💬 Final Thoughts
This Delicious Pistachio Tiramisu is a refreshing, nutty take on a timeless dessert. It’s elegant enough for special occasions yet simple enough for a weekend treat. Its beautiful green hue, creamy texture, and complex flavors make it a standout dish you’ll want to make again and again.
✨ Try it once, and you’ll never go back to plain tiramisu again.
📢 Want More Dessert Recipes?
Check out:
- [Classic Tiramisu]
- [No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake]
- [Pistachio Panna Cotta]
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