Easy Pistachio Tiramisu Recipe (video)

An impressive and equally delicious pistachio tiramisu recipe! You’ll love this easy, no-bake pistachio dessert, made with homemade pistachio paste; a creamy whipped cream filling; lady finger cookies soaked in espresso; all topped with finely ground pistachios. This dessert is great for any occasion and is always an instant crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients for Easy Pistachio Tiramisu

Here are my tips for the main ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe. Find the full list of ingredients with measurements in the printable recipe card below.

• Pistachios – both salted and unsalted roasted pistachios will work great for this recipe. I personally love to use salted pistachios, as the salt adds extra flavor to the recipe.
• Heavy Cream – make sure the cream is very well chilled for the best results.
• Lady Finger Cookies – use crispy, crunchy cookies for the best results. I get mine on Amazon.
• Cream Cheese – or mascarpone cheese. Both of these will work well for the recipe. If using mascarpone cheese, do not warm it at room temperature. Simply remove from the fridge and use.
• Espresso – you can also use very strongly brewed coffee.
• Liqueur – I used Irish Cream in my video tutorial; you can also use coffee or pistachio liqueur. This ingredient is optional.

Preparing the Pistachio Paste

My easy pistachio tiramisu is made with an easy homemade pistachio paste using a food processor. This recipe will also work well with store-bought pistachio paste.

1. Place the shelled pistachios into a food processor and pulse until the nuts are finely ground. Remove about ½ cup of ground pistachios and set them aside for later.
2. To the ground pistachios, add 1/3 cup of heavy cream and continue to pulse until a thick, smooth paste forms. Transfer the paste into a bowl and set aside.

Making the Creamy Pistachio Tiramisu Filling

With the pistachio paste ready, it’s time to make the creamy pistachio filling.

1. Place the softened cream cheese or mascarpone cheese into a large mixing bowl. Beat the cheese for a few minutes until it’s creamy and smooth.
2. Next, add in the pistachio paste and vanilla extract. Beat for about a minute until the paste and cheese are combined.
3. Add the powdered sugar and 1 cup heavy cream next. Mix for a few minutes until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining 2 cups of chilled heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 4 to 5 minutes.
5. Add approximately 1 ½ cups of the whipped cream to the pistachio mixture and use a spatula to gently fold in the cream.
6. Add the remaining whipped cream and fold gently until the whipped cream and pistachio mixture are well combined. The mixture should be fluffy and creamy.

How to Assemble Pistachio Tiramisu

And now, it’s time to assemble this delicious dessert!

1. Prepare approximately 2 cups of espresso or strong brewed coffee and pour into a shallow casserole tray to cool. Stir in the liqueur, if using.
2. Assemble the dessert into a trifle bowl, casserole dish, or individual serving cups/bowls.
3. Work with 2 to 3 cookies at a time; soak them lightly in the espresso, then layer into the trifle bowl. Create a single layer of cookies, then add approximately 3 cups of the prepared pistachio filling. Spread the filling evenly to the edges and sprinkle with 2 to 3 tablespoons of finely ground pistachios.
4. Repeat this process of layering the cookies and pistachio filling; I usually do three layers of cookies. Add the remaining pistachio filling on top and level the cream with an off-set spatula.
5. Sprinkle the remaining finely ground pistachios on top.
6. Refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 1 hour prior to serving, or overnight for best results. To serve, use a spoon to scoop the tiramisu into small bowls.

More Recipes to Try!

Enjoyed this easy and delicious pistachio tiramisu recipe? Check out some of my other recipes you’re sure to enjoy!

• Classic Tiramisu Recipe with vanilla filling and cocoa powder.
• Easy Peach Tiramisu – the ultimate peachy summer dessert with loads of sweet summer peaches!
• Zesty Limoncello Tiramisu – a great option for summer!
• Pumpkin Spice Tiramisu is a popular choice for fall.
• Easy Pistachio Bread – moist, delicious, and dotted with loads of pistachios.
• Pistachio Baklava Rolls – these are an instant hit and so addictive!
• Strawberry Tiramisu – easy, no-bake dessert with whipped cream filling, lady finger, and loads of berries!