What is vegan tiramisu made of?

Vegan tiramisu - this vegan version of the classic Italian dessert consists of vanilla cake fingers soaked with boozy spiked coffee which are layered with a smooth cashew cream and all topped off with a thick dusting of cocoa powder . It is rich, creamy and utterly irresistible!

Is tiramisu made from tofu?

Many use cashews or even tofu to make the layer of mascarpone . Others also slice a layer cake into vegan ladyfingers. I wanted this vegan tiramisu to come as close to the traditional as possible, all while being tofu free, nut free, vegan, dairy free, and have the option of being gluten free.

Why is my tiramisu not creamy?

The right biscuits The choice is yours, even though connoisseurs of this dessert will always tell you to choose savoiardi. In fact, the result is completely different if you use these biscuits, which are tall and spongy and absorb less coffee. As a result, the consistency will be less creamy and slightly more compact.

What is a substitute for mascarpone cheese in tiramisu?

The Best Mascarpone Cheese Substitute To make this mascarpone substitute, mix together 12 ounces of room temperature cream cheese (1 ½ blocks) with ¼ cup of heavy whipping cream and ¼ cup of sour cream until combined .

What is the shelf life of vegan tiramisu?

Shelf Life is 4 weeks in the fridge & 6-7 months in the freezer . 6-inch serves 8 people. 8-inch serves 10 to 14 people. 10-inch serve 20 to 24 People.

What can you substitute for cream in tiramisu?

Using egg whites instead of cream: Some authentic recipes for tiramisu use whipped egg whites instead of whipped cream. Tiramisu made with egg whites is lighter and more airy. To make our recipe with egg whites, whip 3 egg whites until they hold stiff peaks.

What not to do when making tiramisu?

Roberto Lestani, who for the occasion revealed to us the 3 mistakes not to make to prepare a stunning tiramisu! 1: excessively whipping the mascarpone! ... 2: once together, don't immediately mix the yolks and sugar! ... 3: Neglect stratification! Jun 16, 2020

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of mascarpone?

You can use Greek yogurt as a substitute for mascarpone to achieve a creamy and silky texture in dishes but in a lighter way (like in this mango mousse cake). Greek yogurt is also high in protein so has other health benefits, and can add much-needed acidity to cut through intensely sweet dishes.

What is a cheaper alternative to mascarpone?

Crème Fraîche and sour cream bring unique tastes and handle heat like pros. Then there's ricotta, Mascarpone's flavor buddy, perfect for cheesecakes and spreads. Cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and cottage cheese are also the go-to for rich textures.

What is a substitute for ladyfingers in tiramisu?

Graham Crackers : Graham crackers can be used as a substitute for ladyfingers in tiramisu. They have a similar texture and can absorb the coffee and liqueur mixture. Layer the graham crackers in the tiramisu as you would with ladyfingers [2].

What are vegan desserts made of?

In recipes, milk is replaced by plant milk (almond milk, oat milk, rice milk, soy milk and other plant milks) which can be also found with chocolate, vanilla and other flavors, butter is replaced by vegetable margarine (preferably non-hydrogenated) or oil, cow yogurt and cream are replaced by their plant-based ...

What is real tiramisu made of?

Original ingredients Traditional tiramisu contains ladyfingers (savoiardi), egg yolks, sugar, coffee, mascarpone and cocoa powder .

What is tiramisu cake made of?

These are the ingredients you'll need to make this decadent tiramisu cake recipe: For the cake: white cake mix, water, egg whites, vegetable oil, and instant coffee powder . For the coffee syrup: coffee and coffee-flavored liqueur. For the filling: mascarpone cheese, confectioners' sugar, and coffee-flavored liqueur.

Tofu Tiramisu Recipe (dairy-free + vegan) (2024)

This Tofu Tiramisu recipe is creamy, delicious and so addictive! It is dairy-free and eggless - turning it entirely vegan. Plus it's entirely nut-free. A rich, yet light dessert, that is classic and new at the same time. Instead of making vegan ladyfingers, this recipe takes a shortcut with a ladyfinger cake. Which is then soaked in a boozy coffee mixture.

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What to use instead of mascarpone cheese?
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💡 The recipe in a nutshell

Vegan (eggless and dairy-free)
Made from scratch
Simple to make
Classic Italian cuisine made plant-based
Dairy-free mascarpone made with silken tofu

🇮🇹 Origin

If this isn't your first time reading about the origin of an Italian dish on my page, you probably already know the answer to this. As with most Italian dishes, the real origin of Tiramisu is controversial. There are many theories and stories about how and who invented Tiramisu. However, similar types of the present-day Tiramisu can be traced back as far as the 1800s!

All in all the dessert became widely known in the 80s, through a Vin Vento magazine article by Giuseppe Maffioli. It was about a dessert from the restaurant Le Beccherie in Treviso. Here it was reported that Alba di Pillo, together with the young chef Roberto Linguanotto, had invented the tiramisu in 1972 "by simply combining ingredients that had always been used and were known to everyone".

According to Linguanotto, the invention was also the result of a mix-up when making vanilla ice cream. He had accidentally added mascarpone cheese to a bowl of egg yolks and sugar. After tasting the result, he told Alba di Pillo, the owner's wife. The both of them then perfected the mixture into a dessert.

When the owner Ado Campeol died on 30. October 2021 at the age of 93, he was mourned throughout Italy as the "father of tiramisu", although the invention was primarily due to his wife and chef Linguanotto.

By the way, the literal meaning of Tiramisu in Italian is“pick me up” or “cheer me up”.

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What to use instead of mascarpone cheese?

Mascarpone is a creamy Italian sweet dairy cheese that is one of the main ingredients in a traditional tiramisu. Great substitutions for mascarpone cheese are whipping cream, cream cheese, or a combination of both. Some even make a mascarpone by using quark or blending cashews into heavy cream.

This recipe makes vegan Mascarpone cheese by mixing silken tofu, coconut cream, cane sugar, some vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract), fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.

🥃 What alcohol to use in tiramisu?

Traditionally, the ladyfingers for tiramisu are drizzled with or dipped in cold espresso, and Marsala (an Italian dessert wine) or Amaretto. Alternatively, brandy or other dark rum is used. This recipe uses a mixture of espresso, marsala, amaretto, and cane sugar.

🤔 Can I make tiramisu alcohol-free?

Yes, you can. Simply skip the alcoholic beverages and use just espresso or strong coffee to dip your ladyfingers, or cake in.

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🥣 Storage

Store layered Tofu Tiramisu covered in the fridge for up 5 days. If you’re planning to serve it later, dust in cacao powder shortly before serving.

To store unfrosted ladyfinger cake wrap it tightly in plastic wrap; be sure and secure the top, sides, and bottom. Then place it in a plastic zip-top bag and store it on the kitchen counter at room temperature for up to three days. Make sure no air is touching the cake! If you need to keep the cake longer than that, freeze it for up to 3 months.

📖 Recipe

Tofu Tiramisu Recipe (dairy free + vegan)

Jacqui Wormington

This Tofu Tiramisu recipe is creamy, delicious and so addictive! It is dairy-free and eggless - turning it entirely vegan. And also nut-free. A rich, yet light dessert, that is classic and new at the same time. Instead of making vegan ladyfingers, this recipe takes a shortcut with a ladyfinger cake. Which is then soaked in a boozy coffee mixture.

5 from 10 votes

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Prep Time 1 hour hr

Resting time in fridge 8 hours hrs

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert, Sweets

Cuisine Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, European, Italian, Vegan

Equipment

for ladyfinger cake: 10×15 inch sheet pan, electric mixer, mixing bowl, food processor
to assemble tiramisu: 8x8" or 9x9" pan to layer tiramisu - it should be 2.5 - 3" high (20x20cm, or 23x23 cm pan that is 6.5 to 7.5 cm high)

Ingredients

LADYFINGERS CAKE

▢ 330 grams cake flour (2 ¾ cups)
▢ 2 tablespoons cornstarch (20g)
▢ 1 tablespoons baking powder
▢ a pinch of salt
▢ 170 grams organic cane sugar (¾ cup)
▢ 180 mililiters vegetable oil (¾cup)
▢ 360 mililiters plant milk, unsweetened (1 ½ cups)
▢ 2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (10ml)
▢ 2 packages of vanilla sugar (16g), or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

ESPRESSO MIX

▢ 240 mililiters espresso, or strong coffee (1 cup)
▢ 2 tablespoons Marsala (Italian Dessert Wine, eg. Lombardo or Pellegrino) (30ml)
▢ 1 tablespoons amaretto liquor (15ml)
▢ 2 tablespoons organic cane sugar
▢ unsweetened cocoa powder to dust on top

VEGAN MASCARPONE

▢ 450 grams silken tofu (16 oz)
▢ 150 grams coconut cream, chilled overnight (5.3 oz - only use the hardened part on the top! You’ll need 1-2 cans depending on the brand)
▢ 2 packages of vanilla sugar (or 2 teaspoon vanilla extract)
▢ ¼ cup organic cane sugar (60g - add more if you want it even sweeter)
▢ pinch of salt
▢ generous spritz of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Preparing the Ladyfingers cake:

Heat oven to 180°C / 350°F and grease a 10×15 inch sheet pan (or 9×13 inches would work if needed).
In a large bowl, sieve the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk well to combine. To the bowl with the dry ingredients, pour in the oil, and mix with a fork until all dry ingredients are covered with fat. Then add plant milk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract to a measuring cup and whisk together. Add to flour fat mix and whip quickly together with an electric mixer until no climbs remain. Be careful not to over mix the batter or your cake won't be soft and fluffy.
Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. If using a 9×13 inch pan, it will need to bake for 40 minutes or so. Check with a toothpick to ensure doneness.
Let the cake cool completely. Then slice into strips about 2cm wide, 10 cm long (1 inch wide, wide.4 inches long). You should end up with around 32 strips. Half six of the sticks.

Preparing Espresso Mixture

In a small bowl, stir together the espresso or strong coffee, Marsala, amaretto liquor, and cane sugar. Mix until sugar is completely dissolved. Set aside.

Preparing Tofu Mascarpone

To a food processor (or blender) add silken tofu and blend until smooth. Scrape down sides if needed. Then add all other mascarpone ingredients and blend until smooth again. When using the coconut cream, make sure to only use the cream part. Discard liquid, or use in smoothies. Chill mascarpone for 1 hour, or overnight. If you need the Mascarpone quicker, stick it into the freezer for 15-20 minutes.

Assemble Tiramisu

Get out an 8x8 inch pan or tall dish. A 9x9 works too if you leave a bit of space on one side. Dip the cake strips into the espresso mixture and place a layer on the bottom of the pan. Layer on half of the mascarpone. Add another layer of espresso dipped cake pieces, then the rest of the cream, and refrigerate.

The provided nutritional information is an estimate. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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