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Matcha and Strawberry Tiramisu Cream Puffs

2023-02-15 - Written by: Emiko Nakamura

Japanese-inspired desserts cream puffs matcha strawberries

Matcha and Strawberry Tiramisu Cream Puffs

A unique twist on traditional tiramisu, featuring matcha-green tea-infused ladyfingers soaked in strawberry liqueur and layered with a creamy matcha-whipped mascarpone mixture.

Matcha and Strawberry Tiramisu Cream Puffs

Servings:

Makes 12-15 cream puffs.

Ingredients:

For the Ladyfingers:

  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 large egg whites
  • 1/4 cup (60g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon matcha powder

For the Filling:

  • 8 ounces (225g) mascarpone cheese
  • 1/4 cup (60g) confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon matcha powder
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
  • 1/2 cup (120g) whipped cream

For the Assembly:

  • Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
  • Fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

To Make the Ladyfingers:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and matcha powder.
  3. In a separate large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gradually add the granulated sugar to the egg mixture and continue beating until combined.
  5. Sift the flour mixture over the egg mixture and gently fold until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
  7. Pipe 1-inch (2.5cm) lengths of batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) space between each ladyfinger.
  8. Tap the baking sheet gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until firm and dry.
  10. Allow the ladyfingers to cool completely in the pan.

To Make the Filling:

  1. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the mascarpone cheese until creamy.
  2. Add the confectioners' sugar, matcha powder, and strawberry liqueur, and continue beating until combined.
  3. Fold in the whipped cream until smooth.

To Assemble the Cream Puffs:

  1. Split the ladyfingers in half horizontally using a serrated knife.
  2. Dip each ladyfinger into the filling mixture for about 5 seconds on each side, allowing it to absorb some of the liquid without becoming too soggy.
  3. Place a split ladyfinger bottom into each cream puff cup or small pastry shell.
  4. Spoon a dollop of the matcha-whipped mascarpone mixture onto the ladyfinger.
  5. Repeat this process with a second layer of ladyfingers and filling, ending with a sprinkle of confectioners' sugar on top.
  6. Dust the tops with additional confectioners' sugar and garnish each cream puff with a sliced strawberry.

Notes:

This recipe is inspired by traditional Italian tiramisu, but features matcha-green tea-infused ladyfingers soaked in strawberry liqueur, adding a unique Japanese twist to this beloved dessert. The creamy matcha-whipped mascarpone mixture adds an interesting contrast to the sweetness of the strawberries and cream.