Tiramisu Soak
Tiramisu Soak is a playful, no-bake dessert inspired by the classic Italian tiramisu, where ladyfinger biscuits are briefly soaked in a mixture of strong coffee or espresso and a splash of liqueur like Marsala or rum. The soaked biscuits are then layered or served with a creamy mixture of mascarpone cheese, eggs, and sugar, often dusted with cocoa powder. It's a quick, elegant treat that captures the essence of the original without the need for extensive chilling.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in carbohydrates from the sugar and biscuits, and high in fat primarily from the mascarpone cheese and egg yolks. It provides a good source of calcium and some protein from the dairy, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 250 IU |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 µg |
Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'soak' method is a clever shortcut that mimics the traditional tiramisu technique of dipping ladyfingers, making the dessert accessible for home cooks. Nutritionally, the mascarpone offers a rich, creamy texture but is also a significant source of saturated fat, which is balanced by the antioxidants found in the cocoa powder dusting.
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