Easy Flourless Chocolate Tiramisu (Guilt Free!!)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Easy Flourless Chocolate Tiramisu Recipe with Health Benefits
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons butter
1/2 cup cocoa
4 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup ground hazelnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons instant coffee ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
238
Sugar
21g
Fat
13g
This Easy Flourless Chocolate Tiramisu is a perfect dessert for chocoholics. It is a guilt-free, gluten-free version of traditional Tiramisu with a rich, chocolatey flavor and a hint of coffee. Using ground hazelnuts gives it a nutty crunch while still keeping it light. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from a casual family dinner to a fancy dinner party. It is easy and quick to prepare, ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute get-togethers. With its enticing aroma and heavenly taste, this scrumptious dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter and dust with cocoa.
2.Separate egg yolks from egg whites. In a bowl, beat egg yolks with sugar until thick and pale.
3.Add sour cream, vanilla, hazelnuts, cocoa and instant coffee to the mixture, mix well.
4.In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold half of the egg whites into the first mixture until combined. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites.
5.Pour mixture into pan and smooth surface evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6.Cool completely, and refrigerate until chilled before serving.

PROS

This recipe is flourless and gluten-free.
It uses natural ingredients like ground hazelnuts, cocoa and sour cream which are healthier alternatives.
Tiramisu can also boost energy levels and improve mood due to its cocoa content.

CONS

Even when made with healthier ingredients, Tiramisu is still high in sugar and calories.
As such, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
For those with nut allergies, the hazelnuts in this recipe can be substituted for another type of nut or omitted altogether.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cocoa found in Tiramisu can stimulate blood flow which aids in cognitive function. It is also a source of antioxidants known to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Hazelnuts are a good source of healthy fats, vitamins and minerals like magnesium, potassium, and vitamin E. Magnesium helps maintain healthy blood pressure levels, while potassium is essential in regulating nerve and muscle function. Vitamin E helps protect the body from damage caused by free radicals.

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