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ealthy Tiramisu (Gluten-Free)

Delicious Healthy Tiramisu (Gluten-Free) to Satisfy Your Cravings

This Healthy Tiramisu (Gluten-Free) is a guilt-free twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of coffee-dipped lady fingers and creamy yogurt custard.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Ingredients
  • ½ cup Milk Use skim or almond milk for versatility
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot starch is a gluten-free substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract for best results
  • 8 ounces Mascarpone Cheese Can be swapped with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Regular yogurt is also an option
  • 2 large Eggs Contributes to structure and richness
  • ⅓ cup Honey Substitute with white sugar or maple syrup if desired
Assembly Ingredients
  • 1 cup Cold Espresso Cold brew coffee can be an alternative
  • 24 pieces Lady Fingers Make sure gluten-free
  • ¼ cup Rum or Kahlua Optional, omit for alcohol-free version
Garnishing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Ensure to use unsweetened cocoa

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • Serving dish
  • Coffee maker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare espresso by brewing a rich shot and allowing it to cool in a shallow dish.
  2. In a saucepan, whisk milk and cornstarch together, then heat while stirring until thickened.
  3. Combine remaining milk, egg yolks, and honey into the thickened mixture, then whisk in mascarpone and yogurt until smooth.
  4. Dip lady fingers in cooled espresso swiftly and layer at the bottom of a serving dish.
  5. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the lady fingers, then layer another round of dipped lady fingers followed by the remaining mixture.
  6. Dust the top with cocoa powder, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 5 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This Healthy Tiramisu (Gluten-Free) is best enjoyed after chilling to meld flavors. Great for make-ahead options.

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