Creamy Cottage Cheese Tiramisu Recipe

Introduction

Cottage Cheese Tiramisu offers a lighter twist on the classic Italian dessert by using low-fat cottage cheese instead of mascarpone. It’s creamy, rich, and beautifully layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a dusting of cocoa powder.

Ingredients

• 2 large yolks
• 2 cups heavy cream or whipping cream
• 16 ounces low-fat cottage cheese (2%)
• 6 tablespoons white sugar (split)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence
• Ladyfinger cookies
• Cocoa powder

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk the 2 large yolks with 3 tablespoons of white sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, blend the cottage cheese with 1 teaspoon vanilla essence using a blender or food processor until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: In another large bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining 3 tablespoons of white sugar until stiff peaks form.
4. Step 4: Gently fold the whipped cream into the smooth cottage cheese mixture, then carefully fold in the yolk mixture until well combined.
5. Step 5: Mix the brewed coffee or espresso with 2 tablespoons of white sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence in a shallow dish, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
6. Step 6: Quickly dip each ladyfinger cookie into the coffee mixture, making sure not to soak them too long, then arrange a layer in the bottom of your serving dish.
7. Step 7: Spread half of the cottage cheese cream over the ladyfingers evenly. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining cream.
8. Step 8: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
9. Step 9: Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder for a classic finish.

Tips & Variations

• To enhance smoothness, strain the blended cottage cheese through a fine sieve before folding in the cream.
• For a caffeine-free option, substitute coffee with warm chai tea or a flavored syrup.
• Use gluten-free ladyfingers if you need a gluten-free dessert.
• For extra flavor, add a splash of coffee liqueur or vanilla extract to the cream mixture.

Storage

Store the tiramisu covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It tastes best when chilled, and the flavors develop fully after resting. If needed, serve cold or let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before serving. Avoid freezing as the texture may change.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular cream cheese instead of cottage cheese?

Regular cream cheese is denser and richer, which will change the texture significantly. Cottage cheese provides a lighter and slightly tangy alternative that keeps this tiramisu refreshing.

How do I prevent ladyfingers from becoming soggy?

Dip the ladyfingers quickly into the coffee mixture—just enough to coat them without soaking. This helps maintain a nice texture and structure in the dessert.

Creamy Cottage Cheese Tiramisu Recipe

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This Cottage Cheese Tiramisu offers a lighter twist on the classic Italian dessert by incorporating low-fat cottage cheese instead of mascarpone. Creamy and fluffy with balanced sweetness, layers of coffee-soaked ladyfinger cookies alternate with a luscious cottage cheese and whipped cream mixture, finished with a dusting of cocoa powder for an indulgent, yet wholesome treat.

• Author: Zane
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Italian
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Cream Mixture

• 2 large egg yolks
• 2 cups heavy cream or whipping cream
• 16 ounces low-fat cottage cheese (2%)
• 6 tablespoons white sugar, divided
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence

Coffee Mixture

• 1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence

Other Ingredients

• Ladyfinger cookies (enough to form layers in your serving dish)
• Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

1. Prepare the Coffee Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the brewed coffee or espresso with 2 tablespoons of white sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla essence. Stir until the sugar is dissolved completely. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
2. Blend Cottage Cheese Mixture: In a blender or food processor, puree the low-fat cottage cheese until smooth and creamy, removing any lumps. This ensures your tiramisu will have a silky texture.
3. Mix Egg Yolks and Sugar: In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 large egg yolks with 4 tablespoons of white sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened to help dissolve the sugar.
4. Whip Cream: In a separate large bowl, whip the 2 cups of heavy or whipping cream until soft peaks form. This will add lightness and volume to the dessert.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the egg yolk and sugar mixture. Next, carefully fold in the pureed cottage cheese until fully incorporated and smooth, forming the creamy filling for the tiramisu.
6. Assemble the Tiramisu: Quickly dip each ladyfinger cookie into the coffee mixture, making sure not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess. Arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of your serving dish.
7. Add Cream Layer: Spread half of the cottage cheese and whipped cream mixture evenly over the ladyfinger layer.
8. Repeat Layers: Add another layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers over the cream, then spread the remaining cream mixture on top.
9. Chill and Set: Cover the tiramisu and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set firmly.
10. Finish and Serve: Just before serving, dust the top generously with cocoa powder for a classic finish. Serve chilled and enjoy this lighter take on traditional tiramisu.

Notes

• For best results, use freshly brewed hot coffee or espresso and let it cool before dipping the ladyfingers.
• Pureeing the cottage cheese is essential to avoid graininess in the creamy layers.
• If raw eggs are a concern, use pasteurized eggs or consider an eggless custard substitute.
• Adjust sugar quantity to taste if you prefer a less sweet dessert.
• Leftover tiramisu can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Keywords: Cottage Cheese Tiramisu, Low Fat Tiramisu, Italian Dessert, No Bake Tiramisu, Healthy Tiramisu, Coffee Dessert