Description
A refreshing twist on classic tiramisu, featuring a lighter green tea flavor that feels elegant and homey. This no-bake dessert is easy to prepare and perfect for various occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons ceremonial-grade matcha
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) hot water (175°F/80°C)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 8 oz (225 g) mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 24–28 ladyfingers
- 1–2 teaspoons matcha for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the matcha soak by whisking matcha, hot water, and sugar until dissolved; let cool.
- For the filling, whisk egg yolks and sugar in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until thickened to a sabayon (160°F/71°C), about 4–5 minutes; cool slightly.
- Fold mascarpone into the cooled sabayon until smooth.
- Whip the heavy cream to soft peaks, then gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip ladyfingers quickly into the cooled matcha liquid and layer them in an 8×8 pan.
- Spread half the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, repeat layering, then dust the top with matcha.
- Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use ceremonial-grade matcha for dusting and premium culinary-grade for soaking. Serve with an extra dusting of matcha and enjoy with green tea or a light dessert wine.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg