Tiramisu recipe with chestnuts

Chestnut Tiramisu - a refined and unique dessert

If you are a dessert lover and enjoy the classic tiramisu recipe, then you will surely be captivated by this delicious chestnut variation. The rich aroma of rum perfectly blends with the sweetness of chestnuts, creating a dessert that not only looks spectacular but also tastes exquisite. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for any special occasion.

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooling time: 4 hours (or overnight)
Number of servings: 8

Ingredients:

For the base:
- 400 g ladyfingers

For the cream:
- 4 egg yolks
- 200 g liquid cream
- 120 g granulated sugar
- 250 g mascarpone
- 1 essence of rum
- 2 teaspoons chestnut cream with vanilla
- 4 tablespoons instant coffee for soaking (approximately 20 g)
- Additional coffee and grated chocolate for decoration

Preparing the cream:

1. Start by separating the egg yolks from the whites. Use a large bowl to beat the yolks with the granulated sugar. Mix them at medium speed for 5-7 minutes until you achieve a frothy composition with a deep yellow color.

2. In another bowl, whip the liquid cream until it becomes firm. It is important not to overwhip it, or it will turn into butter.

3. Add the whipped cream over the egg yolk mixture, gently folding with a spatula to avoid losing air. Then, incorporate the mascarpone, rum essence, and chestnut cream with vanilla, mixing until you obtain a homogeneous mass.

Practical tips:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting to facilitate mixing.
- You can use chestnut cream from a trusted manufacturer or make one at home by blending boiled chestnuts and chestnut puree with a bit of sugar.

Finishing the dessert:

4. Prepare the instant coffee for soaking. In a bowl, combine 500 ml of hot water with 4 tablespoons of coffee, mixing well until fully dissolved.

5. Take a deep platter and place a thin layer of cream at the bottom. This will help fix the ladyfingers.

6. Soak each ladyfinger in the prepared coffee, making sure not to leave them in the liquid too long, or they will become too soggy. Place the first layer of ladyfingers over the cream in the platter.

7. Continue alternating layers of cream and ladyfingers, finishing with a final layer of cream. Cover the dessert with plastic wrap and let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight. This cooling time will allow the flavors to develop.

Serving:

8. Finally, remove the tiramisu from the fridge and dust it with coffee and grated chocolate for an elegant appearance.

Serving suggestion: This chestnut-flavored tiramisu pairs perfectly with a strong cup of coffee, unsweetened, which will balance the sweetness of the dessert.

Possible variations:
- You can add ground nuts to the cream for a crunchy texture.
- Instead of rum, you can experiment with vanilla or almond essences for a different flavor.

Enjoy this chestnut tiramisu and impress your friends and family with a dessert that is truly special!