Tasty (low-fat) Tiramisu
A few months ago I was talking to one of my readers named Kathleen. We were talking about favorite desserts and she mentioned that she had a wonderful recipe for Tiramisu. It was different from the classic recipes because it didn’t use Mascarpone cheese and it calls for all low-fat ingredients. I asked if she’d be willing to share the recipe and she was more than happy to! I’ve always wanted to make Tiramisu so this was the perfect recipe to try. It uses every day ingredients and it’s very easy to prepare. It does call for Kahlua, but I didn’t add it because my kids will be eating this too. I also scaled down the coffee mixture because I forgot to cut my ladyfingers in half. Even so, it turned out perfect!
It tastes delicious…thanks so much Kathleen!
Ingredients are as follows:
1 (14 ounce) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk
1 (1.4 ounce) package sugar-free vanilla instant pudding
1 (8 ounce) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) tub frozen lite whipped topping (cool whip), thawed
1/2 cup hot water
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1/2 cup Kahlua (optional)*
24 cake-like ladyfingers
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
Directions:
Have an 8×8 inch pan ready.
In a large bowl combine the cold water, milk and pudding; stir well with a whisk then set aside.
Cream the cream cheese until nice and smooth.
Add pudding mixture and mix until completely incorporated.
By hand, fold in the cool whip; set aside.
Add the coffee granules into the hot water and stir until dissolved.
Arrange 12 of the ladyfingers into the bottom of your dish.
Drizzle half of the coffee over the ladyfingers.
Spread one-half of the pudding mixture evenly over ladyfingers.
Sprinkle with a tablespoon of cocoa powder.
Repeat the layers again; using two tablespoons of cocoa for the top. Refrigerate for a few hours so the flavors can meld together.
Slice, serve and enjoy!
Just found you by way of Mandy's Recipe Box, I will have to try this, I love Tiramasu!
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Yummo! I may just have to make this one as the weather warms up slightly. 🙂 Thanks for the recipe.
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This looks really wonderful. And low fat. What a great idea. Hope you are enjoying your weekend.
This sounds so yummy, and low-fat to boot! I will be trying this one very soon!
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Yum!I love that it is lower fat. I love tiramisu. Thanks for sharing on Crazy Sweet Tuesday! 🙂
oh dear, I'm gonna have to try this! I love Tiramisu and I'm on a diet, should fit right in on the menu!
YuM! A light version, delish and nutrish! 🙂 Thanks for linking to Foodie Friday! http://www.homesandbabies.com
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My mom loves tiramisu! I will have to try making it for her. Thanks for the recipe and thanks for commenting on my blog! It is so fun to have new followers 🙂
We love Tiramisu and your recipe looks so good. Wish it was already on my counter. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great week end!
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Miz Helen
Tiramisu is my favorite dessert. Now with your low-fat recipe is DA BOMB!
I co-host a foodie meme called Friday Food Fight. I would love for you to link up and share your low fat tiramisu recipe. Hope to see you in the ring!
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yum, this looks delish and low fat too! Thanks for sharing.
x Marnie
I am sooo going to have to try this!! This is my fave desert of all time and to find a low fat version makes it rock even more.
this looks creamily delectable
thanks for linking it up to fridays unfolded!
alison
I'd love to try this as I love Tiramasu! Low fat low calorie is a very good thing 🙂 happy Foodie Friday!
This is the exact same recipe I have been using for years, fast and turns out great each time!
This looks YUMMY! I could dig right in!
I love your recipe! Would you come over to CAST PARTY WEDNESDAY at Lady Behind The Curtain and share your recipe with us tomorrow?
Thanks,
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A tiramisu recipe without marscapone is my first selection, just because I can't find it anyway in my area. I look for it all the time even though I don't have a specific recipe to use it in.
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I absolutely love your website, and I can't wait to try quite a few of your recipes!! I enjoy your blog so much I added your badge to mine… Hope that's okay! =)
Mmmm. That does look tasty!
MMM! This looks so de-lish!
Stephanie @ ladywiththeredrocker.com
hmm…I love tiramisu…the idea of taking out the fat makes me worried (that's the yummy part), but I'd definitely be willing to try!
Thanks for sharing a low fat version. Looks good.
oh my heavens…I need to take a dessert to the "Italian" themed bridal shower for a friend of a friend and this looks GREAT and LOVE the health conscience version! THX for linking up.
a few seconds ago I was looking at your blog and dreaming about this recipe. Then I clicked back over to mine and was shocked to notice you link this recipe up! Thank so much. It's looks divine! Have a lovely day, Maria
My gallbladder and my taste buds thank you!! I love tiramisu and thought I'd have to give it up after my gallbladder attack. I have to eat low fat now, and this will be a recipe I'll be trying.
Pinning this on pinterest.
Cheers,
Tracy Screaming Sardine
My husband is a tiramisu fanatic. I will definitely have to try this. Thanks for sharing!
Oh, this is my favorite dessert. I love that I can make it somewhat healthier! Thanks for sharing!! Can't wait to make it!
Wow! This looks so decadant! Thanks for sharing at Church Supper! Have a blessed week, and hope to see you again next Sunday.
Everyday Mom's Meals
wow…wat a fantastic presentation..
absolutely lipsmacking..:P
Tasty Appetite
I love a tiramisu recipe without marscapone just because I can't find it anyway in my area. I look for it all the time even though I don't have a specific recipe to use it in. And, realistically, I know it will probably expire in my fridge before ever getting used. But, at least I can say I had some…
Thanks for sharing on Sweet Indulgences Sunday. It looks delicious.
Looks great and the original recipe is definetly not low fat 🙂
Take care..