Moka Pot Tiramisu with Hazelnut Praline
A creamy coffee-soaked tiramisu with crunchy hazelnut praline and Moka pot espresso
January 30, 2025
Love tiramisu? This fun twist on the classic Italian dessert uses rich Moka pot coffee and adds a delicious homemade hazelnut praline for an amazing crunch. The coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone filling create the perfect balance of flavors you know and love.
This recipe is easier than you think! The Moka pot makes a rich, strong coffee that's perfect for soaking the ladyfingers, while the mascarpone mixture comes together in minutes. Using a dark roast coffee adds deep, chocolatey notes that pair beautifully with the nutty praline. Perfect for dinner parties or special occasions!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary tiramisu! Here's why you'll fall in love with this version:
- Rich Moka pot coffee adds authentic Italian flavor
- Crunchy hazelnut praline gives amazing texture contrast
- Make-ahead friendly - actually tastes better the next day
- Impressive presentation with minimal effort
Moka Pot Tiramisu with Hazelnut Praline
A creamy coffee-soaked tiramisu with crunchy hazelnut praline and Moka pot espresso
Tiramisu, Moka Pot Coffee, Hazelnut Praline, Italian Dessert, Coffee Dessert, Mascarpone
Equipment
- Moka pot
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Electric mixer
- Saucepan
- Baking sheet
- Grater
Ingredients
- 3 cups strong Moka pot coffee, cooled
- 24 ladyfingers
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Marsala wine
- 1 cup hazelnuts
- 1 cup granulated sugar for praline
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 4 oz dark chocolate, for grating
Instructions
- **For the praline:** 1. Toast hazelnuts at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes 2. Make caramel with sugar 3. Add hazelnuts, cool, and roughly chop
- **For the coffee mixture:** 1. Brew coffee in Moka pot 2. Add Marsala wine and cool completely
- **For the filling:** 1. Beat egg yolks and sugar until pale 2. Fold in mascarpone 3. Whip egg whites separately until stiff peaks form 4. Gently fold whites into mascarpone mixture
- **Assembly:** 1. Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture 2. Layer in dish with cream mixture 3. Sprinkle with praline between layers 4. Top with cocoa powder and grated chocolate
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight
Pro Tips
- Let the coffee cool completely before soaking the ladyfingers to prevent them from getting too soggy
- Make the praline a day ahead - it keeps well in an airtight container
- Grate the chocolate while it's cold for prettier shavings
- Allow at least 6 hours of chilling time for the best texture and flavor
Calories: 425kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 26g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Cholesterol: 155mg, Sodium: 85mg, Potassium: 195mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 32g, Calcium: 98mg, Iron: 2mg