Ingredients
For the Pistachio Cream:
½ cup pistachios, finely ground
⅓ cup sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Mascarpone Layer:
8 oz mascarpone cheese
½ cup powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Ladyfingers & Espresso Mix:
1 cup brewed espresso (cooled)
2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional, like Kahlúa or Amaretto)
18-20 ladyfinger biscuits
For Garnish:
Crushed pistachios
White chocolate shavings
Cocoa powder
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pistachio Cream
1️⃣ Blend pistachios and sugar into a fine powder.
2️⃣ In a bowl, whip heavy cream and vanilla until soft peaks form.
3️⃣ Fold in the pistachio-sugar mixture and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Mascarpone Layer
4️⃣ In another bowl, whisk together mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
5️⃣ Gently fold in whipped heavy cream until creamy and fluffy.
Step 3: Assemble the Tiramisu
6️⃣ In a shallow dish, mix espresso and coffee liqueur.
7️⃣ Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the espresso mixture (don’t oversoak!).
8️⃣ Layer half of the soaked ladyfingers in a serving dish.
9️⃣ Spread half of the mascarpone mixture, followed by a layer of pistachio cream.
🔟 Repeat layers with remaining ladyfingers, mascarpone, and pistachio cream.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
1️⃣1️⃣ Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) for the best flavor.
1️⃣2️⃣ Before serving, dust with cocoa powder, sprinkle crushed pistachios, and top with white chocolate shavings.