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Moonlit Almond Flour Tiramisu

Discover this heavenly keto tiramisu recipe that combines almond flour sponge cake with coffee-soaked layers and a rich mascarpone cream. Enjoy a decadent Italian dessert experience while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle.

Time: 19. Prep: 30 mins 20. Cook: 20 mins 21. Total: 50 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Italian, Keto-Friendly

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy

Ingredients

  • 3. Almond Flour, 2 cups 4. Eggs, 6 large 5. Granulated Sweetener, 1/2 cup 6. Mascarpone Cheese, 8 oz 7. Heavy Whipping Cream, 1 cup 8. Instant Coffee, 2 tablespoons 9. Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, 3 tablespoons 10. Espresso, 1/4 cup 11. Dark Chocolate Bar, 3 oz

Instructions

  1. Prepare the almond flour sponge cake by combining almond flour, eggs, and sweetener in a bowl. Bake it at 350°F for 18 minutes.
  2. Brew espresso and mix instant coffee with hot water. Cool down.
  3. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold in mascarpone cheese.
  4. Cut the cooled sponge cake into rectangles, dip them into the coffee mixture, and layer them at the bottom of individual serving glasses.
  5. Add a generous dollop of the mascarpone cream on top of the dipped sponge layers.
  6. Dust with unsweetened cocoa powder to create the illusion of moonlit shadows.
  7. Melt dark chocolate and drizzle it over each glass, allowing it to harden slightly for a contrasting texture.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of coffee and chocolate creates a perfect balance between bitterness and sweetness.

Notes

The secret to a perfect mascarpone cream is not overwhipping.

Cultural or Historical Background

Tiramisu is an Italian dessert that originated in the Veneto region.