How to Make the Perfect Viral Pistachio Tiramisu Dubai Style
Italian Middle Eastern Fusion · Medium · 265 min · 8 servings
This luxurious pistachio tiramisu puts a viral Dubai inspired twist on the Italian classic by replacing coffee with orange blossom water and swapping classic mascarpone cream for a pistachio scented filling. It is an extraordinary no bake dessert that brings the magic of Middle Eastern flavors to an iconic Italian format.
Why this recipe works
This Viral Pistachio Tiramisu Dubai Style recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 265 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 390 calories with 8g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 250 g mascarpone cheese
- 300 ml double cream
- 100 g pistachio cream
- 200 ml orange blossom water diluted with water
- 200 g savoiardi ladyfinger biscuits
- 40 g crushed pistachios for topping
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make the Pistachio Cream Layer
Beat mascarpone with pistachio cream until smooth and well combined. In a separate bowl whip double cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pistachio mascarpone mixture until no white streaks remain. Refrigerate while you prepare the layers.
Step 2: Soak the Ladyfingers
Prepare a shallow dish with diluted orange blossom water. Quickly dip each ladyfinger biscuit for 1 to 2 seconds per side. They should be moist but not completely saturated otherwise they will turn to mush in the finished dessert.
Step 3: Layer the Tiramisu
Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the base of a 20 by 30 centimeter dish. Spread half the pistachio cream over the top smoothing it into an even layer. Repeat with another layer of ladyfingers and finish with the remaining pistachio cream.
Step 4: Chill and Garnish
Cover the tiramisu tightly with cling film and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight for the best results. Just before serving scatter crushed pistachios generously across the top and dust lightly with icing sugar if desired.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- orange blossom water → strong brewed chamomile tea with a teaspoon of honey for a floral alternative
- mascarpone cheese → full fat cream cheese softened works well though the texture will be slightly denser
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Soaking the ladyfingers for too long which causes them to completely disintegrate and creates a soggy bottom layer with no structure
- Serving the tiramisu before it has had enough time to set which means the layers slide and the cream does not hold its shape when sliced
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 390 calories, 8g protein, 34g carbs, 26g fat, 2g fiber.
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