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High Protein Tiramisu Cups

Emma
Craving tiramisu but want something healthier? These protein tiramisu cups deliver all the classic coffee and cream flavors in portion-controlled servings with 3x the protein and fewer calories than traditional recipes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Healthy
Servings 8
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Small dessert cups or glasses
  • Fine mesh strainer

Ingredients
  

For the coffee layer:

  • 1 cup strong espresso or coffee cooled
  • 2 tbsp coffee liqueur optional
  • 1 packet stevia or monk fruit sweetener

For the protein cream:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 0% fat
  • 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
  • 8 oz light cream cheese softened
  • 3 tbsp powdered erythritol or stevia
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For assembly:

  • 24 ladyfinger cookies
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
  • Dark chocolate shavings optional

Instructions
 

Prepare Coffee Mixture

  • In a shallow bowl, mix the cooled espresso or coffee with coffee liqueur and sweetener. Set aside.

Make Protein Cream

  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, powdered sweetener, and vanilla extract. Mix until thick and creamy.

Assemble the Cups

  • Quickly dip ladyfingers in the coffee mixture (do not oversoak). Break them as needed to fit your serving cups.
  • In each cup, layer 2–3 dipped ladyfingers followed by 2–3 tablespoons of the protein cream. Repeat layers once more.

Top and Chill

  • Dust the tops with cocoa powder using a mesh strainer. Add optional dark chocolate shavings.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

Notes

Let cream cheese reach room temperature for easier mixing.
Use chocolate protein powder and a tablespoon of cocoa for a chocolate version.
For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt and vegan cream cheese.
Best enjoyed within 2–3 days stored in the fridge.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
High Protein Tiramisu Cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
180
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
18
g
6
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Protein
 
15
g
30
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword healthy tiramisu, high protein snacks, low calorie tiramisu, protein dessert, tiramisu cups
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