Description
These High-Protein Tiramisu Trifles are a deliciously creamy and layered dessert combining the richness of mascarpone and Greek yogurt with the bold flavors of espresso and rum extract. Perfectly portioned in mason jars, this lighter take on the classic Italian tiramisu is protein-packed and fantastic for a make-ahead treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar (or more, to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup mascarpone (4 oz.)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Espresso Mixture and Assembly
- 1 cup brewed espresso
- 1 teaspoon rum extract
- 18 ladyfingers
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- 4 (16-oz.) mason jars
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Mixture: In the large bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or using a handheld mixer in a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and kosher salt on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 to 3 minutes. Then add the plain nonfat Greek yogurt, mascarpone, and vanilla extract, and continue to beat on low speed until everything is well incorporated and stiff peaks form, approximately 1 minute.
- Assemble the Trifles: Divide about a heaping 1/4 cup of the cream mixture among the four mason jars as the first layer. In a tall vessel, combine the brewed espresso and rum extract. Break the ladyfingers in half and dunk three pieces into the espresso mixture, then layer them on top of the cream mixture in each jar. Repeat the layering process three more times, alternating cream mixture and espresso-dipped ladyfingers, ending with a final layer of the cream mixture. You should have four layers of cream mixture and three layers of ladyfingers total per jar.
- Chill and Serve: You can serve the tiramisu trifles immediately or refrigerate them for at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the ladyfingers to soften. Just before serving, dust the tops with unsweetened cocoa powder for a classic finish.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more confectioners’ sugar if desired.
- Use freshly brewed espresso for the best coffee flavor, or a strong brewed coffee as a substitute.
- The dessert can be prepared a day ahead, making it perfect for entertaining.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For an adult twist, you can substitute rum extract with a splash of real rum if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: high-protein tiramisu, tiramisu trifles, protein dessert, no-bake tiramisu, Greek yogurt tiramisu, mascarpone dessert
