Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a classic Italian dessert made from layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers (savoiardi) and a rich, creamy filling of mascarpone cheese, eggs, and sugar, often dusted with cocoa powder. It originates from the Veneto region of Italy, with its modern version popularized in the 1960s-70s.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dessert is high in both fat (from mascarpone and eggs) and carbohydrates (from sugar and ladyfingers), with a moderate amount of protein from the dairy and eggs. A typical serving contains roughly 450-600 calories, providing calcium and some antioxidants from the coffee and cocoa.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	120 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin A	300 IU
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.15 mg
Cholesterol	170 mg

Per 1 piece (approx. 125 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, tiramisu's name translates to 'pick me up' or 'lift me up,' referencing the energizing effect of its coffee content. Nutritionally, it's unique as a no-bake dessert that relies on raw eggs for its signature custard-like texture.