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Creamy coffee-flavored Italian dessert with mascarpone
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Mascarpone tiramisu (120 g) has 384 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 33 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 25.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 216 µg of Vitamin A covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
384
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33g
· 12% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
25.2g
· 32% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 7% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 384 kcal | |
| Total fat | 25.2 g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 15 g | 75% |
| Trans fat | 0.48 g | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 448 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 576 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 704 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 220 g | 704 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Mascarpone tiramisu is made by layering coffee-dipped ladyfingers with a mascarpone cream, then chilling it until set. Dust the top with cocoa just before serving, and dip the biscuits briefly so they do not turn soggy.
Mascarpone tiramisu typically contains mascarpone, coffee, ladyfinger biscuits, eggs, sugar, and cocoa. Recipes vary: some cook the egg-based cream, while others use uncooked or pasteurized eggs, and alcohol is an optional addition.
Mascarpone tiramisu may contain alcohol, but it is not essential to the dessert. Some recipes add marsala, rum, or a coffee liqueur; the coffee-and-mascarpone version can be made without alcohol.
Some mascarpone tiramisu recipes use uncooked eggs in the cream, while others cook the mixture or leave eggs out. For a version without raw eggs, choose a recipe made with cooked or pasteurized eggs.
Mascarpone tiramisu often turns runny when the ladyfingers absorb too much coffee or the mascarpone cream is overmixed. Dip biscuits quickly, handle the mascarpone gently, and chill the assembled dessert before cutting.
Mascarpone tiramisu keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If it contains raw eggs, serve it promptly and keep it chilled rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Yes, mascarpone tiramisu can be frozen, though thawing may make the cream less smooth and the ladyfingers softer. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and do not refreeze it.
Cream cheese can replace mascarpone in mascarpone tiramisu, but it gives the dessert a tangier, denser flavor. For a closer texture, soften the cream cheese and mix it with a little heavy cream before layering.
Strong espresso is a classic choice for mascarpone tiramisu because its flavor stands up to the rich cream. Strong brewed coffee also works; let it cool first so the ladyfingers do not fall apart as you assemble the dessert.
Mascarpone tiramisu originated in Italy and is known for its layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and cocoa. Several Italian regions claim its invention, so its precise regional origin is disputed.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
216µg · 24% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Selenium
9.6µg · 17% DV
Calcium
114mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
114mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Mascarpone tiramisu is the Italian dessert built in layers of coffee-dipped ladyfingers and a soft mascarpone cream, usually finished with a dusting of cocoa. Recipes vary: the cream may include eggs and sugar, and some versions add a little liqueur. Its name refers to the rich Italian cheese that gives the filling its smooth, mellow character.
The texture is tender and creamy, with coffee bitterness balancing the sweetness. In Italy it is commonly served chilled after a meal; elsewhere, it appears on café menus and at celebrations, often alongside espresso or another unsweetened coffee. It is an energy-dense dessert with relatively little fibre: a 100 g portion provides 320 calories. Serve a modest slice with coffee for a satisfying finish.
Low
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Low
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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.
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
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
15g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.