Turkish Tiramisù

Ingredients

While the original Italian Tiramisù is made with ladyfingers soaked in coffee and layered with mascarpone cream, this Turkish adaptation incorporates elements of Turkish cuisine. The ladyfingers are soaked in strong Turkish coffee infused with cardamom, and the mascarpone cream is flavored with rosewater and garnished with crushed pistachios for a touch of Turkish flair. We alse have the original recipe for Tiramisù, so you can check it out.

• 250g (8.8 oz) mascarpone cheese 250g (8.8 oz) mascarpone cheese
• 3 large eggs, separated 3 large eggs, separated
• 100g (3.5 oz) granulated sugar 100g (3.5 oz) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon rosewater 1 tablespoon rosewater
• 200ml (7 fl oz) strong Turkish coffee, cooled 200ml (7 fl oz) strong Turkish coffee, cooled
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 200g (7 oz) ladyfingers 200g (7 oz) ladyfingers
• 2 tablespoons crushed pistachios, for garnish 2 tablespoons crushed pistachios, for garnish
• Cocoa powder, for dusting Cocoa powder, for dusting

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 24g (15g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 28g (12g sugars)
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until creamy and pale yellow.
2. 2.
   Add the mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, and rosewater to the egg yolk mixture. Mix until well combined and smooth.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4. 4.
   Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
5. 5.
   In a shallow dish, combine the cooled Turkish coffee and ground cardamom.
6. 6.
   Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not overly saturated.
7. 7.
   Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a serving dish.
8. 8.
   Spread a layer of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
9. 9.
   Repeat the layers until all the ladyfingers and cream are used, finishing with a layer of cream on top.
10. 10.
    Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
11. 11.
    Before serving, sprinkle the crushed pistachios over the top and dust with cocoa powder.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Turkish coffee — Use finely ground Turkish coffee for a strong and authentic flavor.
• Rosewater — Adjust the amount of rosewater according to your preference for a subtle or stronger floral taste.
• Ladyfingers — Ensure the ladyfingers are dipped quickly into the coffee mixture to prevent them from becoming too soggy.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of Turkish coffee liqueur to the mascarpone cream.
• If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the amount of sugar in the mascarpone cream.
• Garnish the tiramisù with edible rose petals for an extra touch of elegance.
• Serve the Turkish Tiramisù chilled for the best taste and texture.
• Experiment with different types of nuts for the garnish, such as crushed almonds or walnuts.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkish Tiramisù in individual dessert glasses or in a decorative serving dish. Dust each portion with cocoa powder just before serving for an enticing presentation. Accompany the dessert with a cup of Turkish tea or coffee to enhance the Turkish culinary experience.

Presentation advice

To elevate the presentation, you can pipe some additional mascarpone cream on top of the dessert and garnish it with a sprinkle of cocoa powder and a whole coffee bean. Place a small Turkish flag or a decorative toothpick with a mini Turkish flag on each serving for a festive touch.