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Tiramisu
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 244 kcal —
- Protein 4.2 g 8%
- Carbohydrate 27 g 10%
- Fat 14 g 18%
- Saturated fat 8.6 g 43%
- Fibre 1 g 4%
- Sugars 21 g —
- Sodium 67 mg 3%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 73 µg 8%
- Vitamin E 0.61 mg 4%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.06 mg 5%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.12 mg 9%
- Niacin (B3) 0.3 mg 2%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.57 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.03 mg 2%
- Biotin (B7) 2 µg 7%
- Folate (B9) 10 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 0.4 µg 17%
Minerals
- Calcium 59 mg 5%
- Iron 0.4 mg 2%
- Magnesium 10 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 86 mg 7%
- Potassium 105 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.3 mg 3%
- Manganese 0.03 mg 1%
- Selenium 3 µg 5%
- Iodine 30 µg 20%
Questions about Tiramisu
How do you stop the sponge fingers in tiramisu going soggy?
Dip each finger into cold espresso for just a second on each side; it should be damp, not saturated. Arrange them straight away in the dish, where they will soften further as the tiramisu chills.
How long should tiramisu chill before serving?
Chill it for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, so the layers set and the coffee flavour spreads through the mascarpone. Dust with cocoa just before serving for a neater finish.
How long does homemade tiramisu keep in the fridge?
Keep it covered and refrigerated at 5 °C or below, and eat it within 2 days, especially if it contains raw eggs. Don’t leave it at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Can you freeze tiramisu?
Yes. Freeze it covered, ideally before adding the cocoa, for up to 2 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge and dust with cocoa before serving; the texture may be a little less silky.
Does tiramisu contain raw eggs?
Many traditional recipes use uncooked egg yolks, and sometimes whipped egg whites. For a safer version, use pasteurised eggs or make an egg-free mascarpone cream; keep the dessert chilled.
Does tiramisu contain alcohol or caffeine?
Coffee is a defining flavour, so tiramisu usually contains some caffeine; the amount depends on the coffee and portion. Marsala, rum or coffee liqueur is sometimes added, but it is optional and not part of every recipe.
What is tiramisu made of?
The classic layers are sponge fingers dipped in coffee, a mascarpone cream often made with eggs and sugar, and a dusting of cocoa. Its name is Italian for “pick me up”.
Is tiramisu high in protein?
A 100 g portion contains 4.2 g of protein. Mascarpone and eggs contribute most of it, but tiramisu is eaten as a dessert rather than a main protein source.
Source: CoFID (UK) 12-476 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
