High-Protein Tiramisu Trifles Recipe
A delightful high-protein twist on the classic Italian tiramisu, these individual trifles layer creamy mascarpone and Greek yogurt mixture with espresso-soaked ladyfingers. Perfect for a rich yet protein-packed dessert served in convenient mason jars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Cream Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar (or more, to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mascarpone (4 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Espresso Soaking Mixture
- 1 cup brewed espresso
- 1 teaspoon rum extract
Assembly
- 18 ladyfingers
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- 4 (16-ounce) mason jars
Instructions
- Whip the Cream Mixture: In the large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or using a handheld mixer in a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and kosher salt on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 to 3 minutes. Then add Greek yogurt, mascarpone, and vanilla extract, and continue beating on low speed until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated and stiff peaks form, approximately 1 minute.
- Prepare Espresso Soaking Mixture: In a tall vessel, combine the brewed espresso and rum extract, stirring gently to blend.
- Layer the Trifles: Spoon about a heaping 1/4 cup of the cream mixture into the bottom of each mason jar. Break each ladyfinger in half. Quickly dunk three half ladyfingers into the espresso mixture and layer them evenly on top of the cream mixture in each jar. Repeat the layering process three more times, alternating with the cream mixture, ending with a final layer of the cream mixture—this will create four layers of cream and three layers of soaked ladyfingers in each jar.
- Chill and Serve: Either serve the trifles immediately or refrigerate them for at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set. Just before serving, dust the tops generously with unsweetened cocoa powder for a classic finishing touch.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso-style coffee or double the espresso in the soaking mixture.
- Adjust the amount of confectioners’ sugar to your preferred sweetness level.
- Ensure ladyfingers are not over-soaked to avoid sogginess; a quick dunk is sufficient.
- This dessert can be prepared a day ahead, making it ideal for entertaining.
- Use a handheld mixer if a stand mixer is not available.
- To make it nut-free, ensure mascarpone and other ingredients are certified nut-free.
Keywords: tiramisu, high-protein dessert, mascarpone, Greek yogurt, espresso dessert, individual trifles, Italian dessert
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