Creamy Pistachio Layers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Lady Fingers & Coffee Mix
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7-ounce package of lady fingers
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1 cup of brewed strong coffee
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1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring
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1 tablespoon of rum, optional
→ Mascarpone Pistachio Filling
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4 egg yolks and whites, separated
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16 ounces of chilled mascarpone cheese
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2/3 cup sugar, split into two portions
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1/3 cup of smooth pistachio paste
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1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
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1/2 teaspoon almond flavoring
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1/3 cup of finely chopped pistachios
# Instructions:
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Combine coffee with almond flavoring and optional rum in a shallow dish. Give it a stir and let it cool down.
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Separate eggs. Whisk egg whites with 1/3 cup sugar in a stand mixer on high until soft peaks form, around 3 minutes. Move to a bowl.
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Mix egg yolks with the leftover sugar until it becomes light and smooth. Add mascarpone and blend it all together. Stir in pistachio paste and extracts.
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Take the yolk mix and fold it gently into the whites in two parts. Don't overmix or you'll lose the fluffiness.
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Dip lady fingers quickly into the coffee mix. Lay them in a 9x9-inch dish. Spread half the cream over them. Repeat this process.
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Sprinkle chopped pistachios on top. Let it chill in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours, or leave it overnight.
# Notes:
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You can make it the day before and leave it in the fridge.
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Find lady fingers in the cookie section of most stores.
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Don't let lady fingers soak too long—they'll turn soggy.