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Cottage Cheese Tiramisu – A Creamy, Protein-Packed Twist on a Classic

A lighter, protein-rich version of classic tiramisu using cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and dusted with cocoa.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Italian
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup cottage cheese blended smooth
  • ½ cup mascarpone cheese optional
  • 3 egg yolks large
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
Coffee Layer
  • 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee cooled
  • 2 tbsp coffee liqueur optional
Assembly
  • 16-20 ladyfinger biscuits
  • unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
  • dark chocolate shavings optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Blender or food processor
  • Spatula
  • 9x9-inch dish or dessert cups

Method
 

  1. Blend cottage cheese until smooth. Add mascarpone, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla, and Greek yogurt; blend until creamy.
  2. Mix coffee and coffee liqueur in a shallow bowl.
  3. Quickly dip ladyfingers into coffee mixture 1–2 seconds; layer in dish or cups.
  4. Spread half of cottage cheese filling over ladyfingers.
  5. Add second layer of dipped ladyfingers, then remaining filling. Smooth surface.
  6. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  7. Dust top with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality coffee for the best flavor. Optional mascarpone enhances creaminess.