Description
This fusion tiramisu is a fun twist on the popular chocolate treat from Dubai. It is served in individual cups, making it a fantastic choice for parties, gatherings, and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 100 gram kataifi
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup pistachio cream (4.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips (4 oz)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (4oz.)
- 10 oz heavy whipping cream (1 1/2 cup)
- 8 oz. Mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 65 grams granulated sugar (1/4 cup)
- 1/2 tbsp Instant coffee powder
- 1/2 cup hot boiling water
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 4 Rusk (you may need more depending on the size of your serving cups)
Instructions
- Take the Kataifi pastry out of the fridge at least 2 hours before you plan to use it. This allows it to reach room temperature. Once it’s thawed, chop it into smaller pieces. Melt some butter in a pan, then add the chopped Kataifi. Toast it on a low to medium heat until it turns golden brown. After toasting, put it in a bowl and mix it well with pistachio cream. Set this mixture aside for later.
- Put chocolate chips in a heat-proof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat up 1/2 cup cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer gently. Be careful not to let it boil quickly. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Then, use a spoon or spatula to stir it slowly until everything is smooth and well mixed. Let it cool down.
- In a large mixing bowl, add mascarpone cheese and use a hand blender with a whisk attachment to beat it until it’s creamy and fluffy.
- Add in some cardamom powder and granulated sugar and using hand blender with whisk attachment mix until combined. The mixture might look a little grainy, which is normal.
- Now, add 1 1/4 cup of heavy cream to the same bowl and whisk it until you get stiff peaks; it should take about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to over-whisk, or it may curdle. Set this mixture aside.
- Make a 1/2 cup of strong coffee using your preferred method. For a quick option, mix 1/2 tablespoon of instant coffee with half a cup of boiling water. Stir and keep it aside.
- Cut the rusks to match the size of your serving cups. Dip each rusk in the coffee for about 15-20 seconds, ensuring both sides are soaked, then place them at the bottom of your serving glass.
- Then add a layer of the mascarpone cream mixture on top of the rusks. Follow this with a layer of chocolate ganache, some chopped pistachios, and the toasted Kataifi pistachio mixture. Add one more layer of the mascarpone cream on top. Dust the top with cocoa powder and decorate it with finely chopped pistachios and rose petals if you like.
- Let the dessert chill in the refrigerator for about 4 to 5 hours before serving. It tastes even better the next day.
Notes
- Chilling overnight enhances the flavor.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best results.
- Adjust sweetness to your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Dubai Chocolate Kataifi Pistachio, Tiramisu, Dessert