No-Bake Protein Tiramisu Cups: An Elegant High-Protein Dessert Under $2.50
These no-bake protein tiramisu cups bring a touch of Italian elegance to dessert without requiring any actual baking or complicated technique. A creamy mascarpone mixture, boosted with Greek yogurt and vanilla protein powder, layers over coffee-soaked ladyfinger pieces for that classic tiramisu combination of rich cream and coffee-soaked cake in every bite. A light dusting of cocoa powder on top finishes the look with that signature tiramisu appearance, making these little cups look far more sophisticated than the actual effort required to make them. With 18 grams of protein per serving, this dessert works well as an after-dinner treat for guests or a personal indulgence that still supports your macros. The coffee flavor comes through gently rather than overpoweringly, keeping the balance closer to a light dessert than a caffeine jolt. At $2 per serving, it’s a genuinely elegant way to end a meal, whether that meal was cooked for company or just for yourself on an ordinary evening.
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, Greek yogurt, protein powder, honey, and salt until smooth.
- Quickly dip the broken ladyfinger pieces into the cooled coffee, just enough to moisten without becoming soggy.
- Layer the coffee-soaked ladyfingers into the bottom of two small serving cups.
- Spoon the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers, dividing evenly between the cups.
- Dust the tops with unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve cold.
