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Creamy, cocoa-dusted Italian dessert
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Cocoa tiramisu (90 g) has 243 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cocoa tiramisu is an Italian layered dessert made with coffee-dipped ladyfingers and a soft mascarpone cream, finished with a dusting of cocoa. Recipes vary, but the contrast between the coffee’s bitterness, the cocoa and the rich, delicate cream is its hallmark.
It is commonly served chilled after a meal, alongside coffee, and is also a familiar café and celebration dessert. The biscuits soften as the layers rest, giving each slice a tender texture. Cream and biscuits make it an energy-dense treat: a 100 g portion provides 270 kcal. For a lighter finish, serve a smaller slice with fresh fruit.
Selected: 100 g
270
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 8% · Fat 44%
Vitamins
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B12
0.25µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
Calcium
85mg · 9% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 270 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
Cocoa tiramisu is a layered Italian dessert typically made with coffee-dipped ladyfingers and a creamy mascarpone filling, finished with cocoa powder. The name usually describes the cocoa topping rather than a single standardized recipe.
It can. Traditional-style cocoa tiramisu recipes often use uncooked eggs in the cream, while others use cooked or egg-free fillings. If avoiding raw eggs, choose a recipe that explicitly uses pasteurized eggs or a cooked cream.
Cocoa tiramisu is usually made with crisp ladyfingers, also called savoiardi. They soak up coffee while keeping the dessert layered; sponge cake can work as a substitute, but it softens more quickly.
Cocoa tiramisu needs several hours in the refrigerator so the cream firms and the coffee flavor spreads through the layers. Chilling it overnight often makes it easier to slice, but dust it with cocoa just before serving.
Yes, cocoa tiramisu can be made without coffee by dipping the ladyfingers in cocoa milk or another flavored liquid. The result will not have the characteristic coffee taste, and the biscuits should still be dipped briefly to avoid turning soggy.
Cocoa tiramisu often turns runny when the cream is under-whipped, the mascarpone is overmixed, or the ladyfingers are soaked too long. Chill it thoroughly before cutting, and dip the biscuits quickly rather than letting them sit in coffee.
Yes, cocoa tiramisu is well suited to making ahead because chilling helps its layers set. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and add the cocoa topping close to serving, so it stays dry and visibly dusted.
Yes, cocoa tiramisu can be frozen in an airtight container, though thawing may make its creamy layers softer or slightly watery. Defrost it in the refrigerator and do not refreeze it once thawed.
Dust cocoa tiramisu shortly before serving to keep the topping from absorbing moisture in the refrigerator. For a neat finish, sift a thin, even layer over the top rather than adding a thick coating.
Cocoa tiramisu pairs well with unsweetened espresso or black coffee, which balances its creamy sweetness. Serve it chilled in modest slices; fresh berries can add a tart contrast without changing the dessert itself.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.