Easy Matcha Tiramisu Recipe
This Easy Matcha Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, incorporating vibrant matcha green tea flavor with creamy mascarpone filling and delicate lady fingers soaked in a sweetened matcha and Kahlua mixture. Perfect for a refreshing and elegant treat, this no-bake dessert requires minimal preparation and chills to develop rich flavors.
- Author: Viktoria
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
For Lady Fingers
- 2 cups hot water
- 3–4 tablespoons matcha powder, plus more for sifting on top
- 2 tablespoons Kahlua
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 14 ounces (about 24 lady fingers)
For Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Prepare Matcha Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the hot water and matcha powder until smooth. If using unsweetened matcha powder, add 1 to 2 tablespoons honey to sweeten. Stir in the Kahlua and allow the mixture to cool.
- Make Cream Filling: Using a stand or hand mixer, whip the heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks begin to form. Add the mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, sugar, and a pinch of salt, then continue whipping until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Soak Lady Fingers: Quickly dip the lady fingers into the cooled matcha mixture. Avoid oversaturating them to prevent sogginess.
- Assemble First Layer: Arrange a layer of soaked lady fingers evenly in a casserole dish. Sift a light dusting of matcha powder on top.
- Spread Cream Layer: Spread an even layer of the cream filling over the lady fingers.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat dipping the lady fingers and layering with cream once more, finishing with a final sifting of matcha powder on top.
- Chill: Cover the tiramisu and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours to allow flavors to meld. The dessert can be served immediately if needed, but chilling enhances the taste and texture.
Notes
- Do not oversoak the lady fingers to maintain texture.
- If your matcha powder is pre-sweetened, omit the honey.
- Use room temperature mascarpone for easier mixing.
- Chilling is recommended for best flavor but is optional.
- Kahlua can be substituted with any coffee liqueur or omitted for non-alcoholic version.
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