Description

A high-protein, guilt-free twist on classic tiramisu—these creamy, espresso-soaked cups feature layers of soft protein cake, velvety coconut pastry cream, and a dusting of rich cocoa for a perfectly balanced dessert.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons Dutch cocoa (for dusting)

Cake:

1 scoop (31 g) Cellucor Whipped Vanilla whey protein (or cinnamon flavor)

1/4 cup almond flour

3 tablespoons coconut flour

2 tablespoons coconut sugar

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk

1 egg

1 egg white

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pastry Cream:

1 cup light coconut milk

5.3 oz Dannon Light and Fit Vanilla Greek Yogurt

1 scoop (34 g) Cellucor Vanilla Casein protein

Rum Soak:

1/3 cup espresso or strong brewed coffee

2 oz dark rum (or Kahlua for a milder flavor)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine all dry cake ingredients. Add wet ingredients and stir until smooth.
Pour batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely. For a firmer texture, allow the cake to sit uncovered overnight.
Blend all pastry cream ingredients with a hand mixer or immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Cut six rounds from the cooled cake using the serving cups as a guide.
Spoon 1 tablespoon of pastry cream into the bottom of each cup.
Mix espresso and rum in a small bowl. Quickly dip one cake round into the liquid and place it in the cup over the cream layer.
Add another layer of pastry cream, repeat with a second cake round, and top with the remaining cream—making two cake layers and three cream layers per cup.
Refrigerate overnight for best texture. Before serving, dust with Dutch cocoa.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, replace rum with extra espresso or coffee extract.

Use chocolate or mocha protein powder for deeper flavor.

Make dairy-free by using coconut yogurt and plant-based protein powder.

Top with dark chocolate shavings for added indulgence.

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; do not freeze.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 310
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 75mg