Description
Italian dessert saffron tiramisu blends luxurious Mediterranean flavors with classic espresso-soaked ladyfingers. Rich mascarpone cream infused with delicate saffron threads creates an elegant twist on the traditional Italian favorite you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (500 g) mascarpone
- 5 egg yolks
- 20 Italian ladyfinger cookies
Supporting Sweet Components:
- ⅓ cup (75 mL) organic cane sugar
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 to 2 cups (250 to 500 mL) cold brewed espresso
- 1 pinch of saffron threads
Instructions
- Carefully separate egg yolks into a spacious mixing vessel, gradually incorporating granulated sugar while whisking vigorously until the mixture transforms into a pale, silky consistency with a velvety texture.
- Delicately crumble saffron threads directly into the egg mixture, gently stirring to distribute the golden spice evenly and release its distinctive aromatic essence.
- In a separate pristine bowl, vigorously whip mascarpone cheese (/ 226 grams) until it achieves a smooth, luscious texture with minimal lumps.
- Tenderly fold the whipped mascarpone into the saffron-infused egg mixture, creating a harmonious, creamy blend that is light and indulgent.
- Prepare a shallow dish filled with freshly brewed espresso (approximately / 240 milliliters) at room temperature.
- Swiftly yet strategically dip each ladyfinger (approximately 12 pieces) into the espresso, ensuring a brief submersion that allows coffee absorption without rendering the biscuits soggy.
- Arrange the coffee-soaked ladyfingers as a foundational layer in elegant serving glasses, creating a compact and even base.
- Generously spoon the saffron-mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, completely covering the biscuit layer with a luxurious blanket of creamy decadence.
- Optionally, repeat the layering process for a more substantial dessert with alternating ladyfinger and cream strata.
- Carefully transfer the assembled tiramisu to the refrigerator, allowing it to chill and set for a minimum of 60 minutes, which will enhance the flavor melding and textural development.
Notes
- Elevate your classic tiramisu by infusing it with the luxurious, golden touch of saffron, transforming an Italian classic into an exotic dessert experience.
- Ensure ladyfingers are dipped quickly to prevent sogginess, maintaining their delicate texture while absorbing the rich espresso flavor.
- Chilling the dessert for at least an hour allows the flavors to meld and develop, creating a more harmonious and intense taste profile.
- Use high-quality saffron threads for an authentic, robust flavor that adds a warm, aromatic dimension to the creamy mascarpone layers.
- Serve in transparent glasses to showcase the beautiful golden-hued layers, making this dessert as visually stunning as it is delicious.
- Prepare this dessert ahead of time for stress-free entertaining, as it actually improves in flavor when left to rest in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 358 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg