California-grown pistachios bring a rich, buttery flavor and vibrant green color to this indulgent Pistachio Cream Tiramisu dessert. Made with rich pistachio cream, bold cold brew soaked ladyfingers, and a dusting of cocoa powder, this elevated twist on the classic Italian dessert highlights the unmatched quality of our premium California pistachios here at Nichols Farms. Whether you’re looking for an easy make-ahead dessert for entertaining or a unique pistachio recipe to impress guests, this creamy tiramisu delivers the perfect balance of nutty sweetness and decadent texture.
This delicious recipe was created by Danielle Kartes (@rusticjoyfulfood), whose approachable, flavor-forward cooking style makes this pistachio dessert both elegant and easy to recreate at home.
Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or anytime you crave a sophisticated dessert, this Pistachio Cream Tiramisu celebrates the flavor of farm-grown pistachios in every bite.
Serves 12
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Inactive Time: 6 hours or overnight
Ingredients
3 cups cold brew coffee
2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon sugar
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 1/2 cups heavy cream
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup Italian pistachio cream
1/2 cup roasted salted pistachios, chopped
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 (7-ounce) packages ladyfinger (savoiardi) cookies
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
Tools Needed
9 x 13-inch baking dish
Stand mixer or hand mixer
Large mixing bowl
Rubber spatula
Shallow bowl
Fine mesh sieve
Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together the cold brew coffee, instant coffee granules, and sugar until dissolved. Set aside.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using a stand mixer or hand mixer.
- Slowly add the heavy cream and mix until fully combined, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add the powdered sugar, pistachio cream, chopped pistachios, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until thick and fluffy.
- Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee soak for about 2 seconds and arrange in a single layer in the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch dish.
- Spread half of the pistachio filling over the cookies and dust with half of the cocoa powder.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers, remaining pistachio filling, and remaining cocoa powder.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.