Pistachio Layered Treat (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Coffee-Infused Biscuits
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1 tablespoon rum (optional)
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1/4 teaspoon almond extract
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1 cup strong black coffee
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1 (7-ounce) pack of ladyfingers
→ Pistachio Cream Mix
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16 ounces chilled mascarpone cheese
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4 large eggs, divided whites and yolks
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2/3 cup granulated sugar, split in half
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1/3 cup pistachio butter
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1/3 cup pistachios, chopped fine
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1/2 teaspoon almond extract
# Instructions:
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Brew a strong cup of coffee and let it cool in a shallow bowl. Mix in the almond extract along with rum if you'd like. Stir it up and leave it for later.
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Put yolks in one dish and whites in the mixing bowl of your stand mixer, ready with the whisk attachment.
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Start beating the whites on high speed. Slowly sprinkle in half of the sugar until soft peaks form. Scoop out the whites gently and set them aside.
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Whisk yolks in the same stand mixer bowl with the other half of the sugar until the mix is fluffy and light yellow. Add mascarpone and blend until smooth.
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Blend in pistachio butter, vanilla, and almond extracts to your yolk mixture. Combine well.
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Gently fold half the yolk mix into the whipped whites, keeping it airy. Then fold in the rest until it’s all smooth, avoiding overmixing so nothing flattens.
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Dip ladyfingers into the coffee, ensuring both sides get a quick soak. Arrange them snugly in a square dish (9 x 9 inches).
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Take half the mascarpone mixture and cover the biscuits evenly.
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Add another set of dipped ladyfingers on top, then use what’s left of the mascarpone to layer over them.
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Scatter the finely chopped pistachios on top. Leave in the fridge for at least 4 hours or let it sit overnight before eating.
# Notes:
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Most grocery stores stock ladyfingers near the cookies or baking supplies.
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Find pistachio butter at specialty stores or online. You can also blend roasted pistachios with a bit of oil and sugar to make your own.
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This dessert includes raw eggs. Pasteurized versions are a safer option if you’re worried.
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For extra flavor, refrigerate overnight for the best taste.