A marriage of Italy’s iconic dessert heritage, blending the classic creamy layers of Tiramisu with the irresistible hazelnut-chocolate charm of Nutella.
Tiramisu is Italy’s gift to dessert lovers worldwide. Originally from the Veneto region, this awesome treat translates to “pick me up” – a nod to its blend of coffee-soaked ladyfingers layered with a rich mascarpone mixture. The beauty of Tiramisu lies in its simplicity. While the components are few, when they come together, they create a virtual explosion of flavors – bitter from the coffee, sweet and creamy from the mascarpone, and a cocoa powder finish that leaves a deep, chocolaty aftertaste. It’s no wonder that this dessert has found its way to the hearts (and tables) of many.
Nutella, that iconic creamy spread, is a delightful blend of hazelnuts and chocolate. Also born in Italy, it’s become a global sensation, adding more than a touch of indulgence to breakfasts and snacks. Its smooth texture and rich taste can elevate a simple toast or be the star ingredient in many desserts.
You see where we’re going with this? Yup.
Nutella Tiramisu.
Combining Nutella with Tiramisu is sheer brilliance, if we may say so ourselves (and since this is our website, we MAY). It’s a marriage of Italy’s iconic culinary heritage, blending the classic creamy layers of Tiramisu with the irresistible hazelnut-chocolate charm of Nutella. We should get a Nobel price for desserts for this one.
Step-by-Step Guide
Preparing the Ladyfingers:
Set the Stage: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grab two baking trays, line them with parchment paper, and lightly grease with butter or oil.
Whip Egg Whites: In a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form. Slowly sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of sugar, and continue beating until you achieve stiff peaks.
Beat Yolks: Transfer the whipped whites to another bowl. Add egg yolks and 2/3 cup sugar to the mixer bowl, and beat until the mixture is light in color and frothy. Now, mix in the vanilla extract, salt, baking powder, and almond extract (if using).
Combine Mixtures: Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture using a rubber spatula. Once it’s mostly combined, sift in the flour and fold until you achieve a smooth batter.
Pipe and Bake: Equip a piping bag with a 1/2-inch round tip and fill it with the batter. Pipe out 4 1/2-inch long ladyfingers on your prepared trays, leaving about a 1/2-inch space between each. Dust them with powdered sugar and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Once baked, set them aside to cool.
Building the Tiramisu:
Yolk Mixture: Using the same mixer bowl (no need to wash it), combine the egg yolks and sugar, beating until the mixture turns light. Introduce the mascarpone, salt, and vanilla, and beat until everything melds into a creamy blend.
Divide and Conquer: Pour out about half (1 1/2 cups) of the mascarpone mixture into another bowl. To the remaining mixture in the mixer, add Nutella. Beat again until you have a smooth, chocolatey cream.
Dip & Layer: Choose your vessel: a trifle dish, 13×9 pan, or individual glasses. In a separate bowl, mix together the coffee and Kahlúa. Dip each ladyfinger into this mixture briefly, ensuring they’re soaked but not soggy.
Assemble: Start your layers with the coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Follow this with a layer of the plain mascarpone cream, then the Nutella-infused cream. Finish off with a light dusting of cocoa powder.
Repeat: Continue layering in the same order until you fill your chosen vessel.
Chill & Serve: For the best flavor melding, let your Tiramisu sit in the fridge for a few hours before serving. This allows the flavors to deepen and the layers to set.
Nutella Tiramisu
- Yield: 0 about 6 to 8 servings with extra lady fingers 1x
Description
A traditional tiramisu recipe layered with a chocolate-hazelnut Nutella cream is a delicious take on the classic dessert.
Ingredients
Tiramisu
- 12 – 18 ladyfingers (packaged or recipe follows)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese *see note
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup Nutella
- 1/2 cup strong black coffee
- 2 tablespoons Kahlúa
- cocoa powder for dusting tops
Lady Finger Cookies:
- 4 egg whites
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 egg yolks
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup flour
- powdered sugar for dusting
- butter or oil for pans
Instructions
Lady Fingers
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 C) then line 2 baking trays with parchment and grease with butter or oil. Place egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer with whisk attachment and beat until soft peaks form, Slowly add in 2 tablespoons of sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
- Scrape whites into a separate medium bowl and add yolks and 2/3 cup sugar to mixer bowl. Beat until light in color and frothy. Add extracts, salt, and baking powder and mix well.
- Fold in egg white mixture with a rubber spatula until mostly mixed, then sift in flour and continue folds until evenly combined.
- Fit a piping bag with a 1/2 inch round tip and fill with mixture. Pipe into 4 1/2 inch lady fingers, about 1/2 inch apart on trays. Dust with powdered sugar and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned on the outside. Remove and cool.
Tiramisu:
- Combine yolks and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer (no need to wash after lady fingers) and beat until light in color. Add mascarpone, salt, and vanilla and beat until smooth. You should have about 3 cups, so take 1 1/2 cups out and add nutella to the remaining mix and beat until creamy smooth.
- You can make this in a trifle dish, 13×9 pan, or individual glasses. Mix coffee and Kahlúa in a small bowl and dip lady fingers as you add them. Layer coffee dipped lady fingers, then white cream, then nutella cream, then a dusting of cocoa and repeat layers until dish or glasses are full.
Notes
If you can’t find macarpone you can replace it with: 2/3 cup softened cream cheese, 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream, and 2 tablespoons sour cream, beaten together until smooth
- Category: Dessert, Dolci
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Wait, Nutella? AND tiramisu? Sign me right up friend, this is amazing!