Good for You Tiramisu
Indulge in the luscious layers of this "Good for You Tiramisu," a health-conscious twist on the classic Italian dessert. Made with creamy nonfat Greek yogurt, a touch of mascarpone, and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup, this no-bake treat delivers all the decadence you crave with a lighter, guilt-free touch. Whole-grain ladyfingers are delicately dipped in espresso and layered with a smooth, fluffy yogurt-mascarpone mixture, then dusted with rich unsweetened cocoa powder for a velvety finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for make-ahead gatherings, this wholesome tiramisu is packed with flavor, texture, and indulgence—minus the heavy cream and extra sugar. Whether served in a family-style dish or elegant individual cups, it’s the perfect dessert to impress while staying mindful of your health goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Espresso or strong coffee
- 45 ml Pure maple syrup
- 5 ml Vanilla extract
- 480 ml Nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 120 ml Mascarpone cheese
- 30 g Powdered sugar
- 200 g Whole-grain ladyfingers
- 2 tbsp Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 10 g Dark chocolate (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Brew 240 ml of espresso or strong coffee and let it cool to room temperature.
In a shallow bowl, mix the cooled coffee with 15 ml of maple syrup and 2.5 ml of vanilla extract. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mascarpone cheese, the remaining 30 ml of maple syrup, 2.5 ml of vanilla extract, and the powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture, ensuring it's lightly soaked but not overly saturated.
In a 9x9-inch dish (or individual dessert cups), begin layering the tiramisu. Start with a layer of dipped ladyfingers on the bottom.
Spread a layer of the yogurt-mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, smoothing it evenly with a spatula.
Repeat the process with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and finish with a final layer of the yogurt-mascarpone mixture.
Dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve.
Optional: Shave dark chocolate over the top using a grater for added texture and flavor.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the tiramisu to set.
Serve chilled and enjoy your lighter, healthier tiramisu!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.2 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.6 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.2 g | ||
| Protein | 81.5 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 863 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2025 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
