Terra Massoud Dessert is a luscious no-bake treat made from mascarpone, eggs, sugar, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, cocoa, and vanilla. Its texture feels rich, airy, and velvety, while flavors balance bold coffee with creamy sweetness. Named after a beloved Mediterranean pastry chef, it’s a soulful dessert that comforts with every bite.
Terra Massoud Dessert Ingredients
- 250g mascarpone cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 75g caster sugar
- 200ml strong brewed coffee
- 200g ladyfinger biscuits
- 30g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
How To Make Terra Massoud Dessert
- In two sanitized bowls, separate the egg whites and yolks.
- Beat the sugar into the egg yolks until they are pale and thick.
- Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until it becomes delicious and smooth.
- Mix everything together to create a smooth cream, then add vanilla essence.
- Beat the egg whites until they begin to form firm, glossy peaks.
- Using upward motions, carefully fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly immerse both sides of ladyfingers in cold coffee.
- In your dish, arrange the wet ladyfingers in a single layer.
- Evenly cover the biscuits with half of the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip again, then layer biscuits and mascarpone cream again.
- For a rich coat, sift a lot of cocoa powder over the top.
- Refrigerate dessert for a minimum of four hours.
- If desired, top with shaved chocolate or more cocoa and serve chilled.
- Believe me, every mouthful tastes like smooth, coffee-infused bliss!
Terra Massoud Dessert Recipe Tips:
- Terra Massoud Delight with Hazelnut and Chocolate. For a rich, decadent taste change, replace half of the mascarpone with chocolate hazelnut spread. For extra crunch, sandwich crumbled roasted hazelnuts between the coffee-soaked ladyfingers. For a lovely balance of sweetness and richness, sprinkle on some dark chocolate powder. Pour a little hazelnut liqueur into your made coffee for an added boost. This version transforms the traditional dessert into a dreamy chocolatey, nutty, and velvety treat.
- Terra Massoud Citrus Mascarpone. Add some fresh orange zest to the mascarpone cream mixture to liven up the dish. Before dipping the ladyfingers, squeeze a little lemon juice into the brewed coffee. This shocks guests by giving the dessert a light, refreshing, and somewhat sour taste. Before cooling, sprinkle a mixture of cocoa powder and grated orange zest on top.
- Vegan Terra Massoud Coconut Cream. For a dairy-free alternative, use plant-based biscuits and substitute whipped coconut cream for the mascarpone. To achieve the necessary airy texture, substitute aquafaba for eggs and whisk it into stiff, glossy peaks. Use a little maple syrup for sweetness and strong, cold espresso for dipping. For a taste of the tropics with every bite, sandwich the wet biscuits with toasted coconut flakes. For a lovely, snowy appearance, sprinkle the top with a mixture of chocolate and desiccated coconut.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- In The Fridge: Cover the dessert tightly with plastic wrap or a lid. Keep it refrigerated for up to three days. Always store it chilled.
- In The Freezer: Wrap portions in plastic wrap, then foil. Freeze for up to one month. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
- To Reheat: This dessert is best served cold. Avoid heating as it ruins the creamy, airy texture completely.
Recipe Nutrition Facts
Protein: Packs roughly 53g of protein throughout the entire dessert.
Total Fat: Contains about 146g of total fat across the recipe.
Saturated Fat: Reaches nearly 95g of rich, creamy saturated fat.
Carbohydrates: Provides approximately 160g of carbohydrates from sugars and biscuits.
Sugar: Carries around 90g of sugar between the mascarpone, biscuits, and added caster sugar.
Fiber: Offers about 5g of fiber mostly from cocoa powder and ladyfingers.
Calcium: Brings in close to 400mg of calcium mainly from mascarpone and eggs.
Iron: Supplies around 6mg of iron, mostly via cocoa powder and eggs.
Potassium: Reaches about 800mg from coffee, cocoa, and eggs combined.
Vitamin A: Delivers roughly 1200 IU thanks to eggs and mascarpone richness.
Vitamin C: Contains a minimal 1mg, primarily from the cocoa powder.
Cholesterol: Holds nearly 870mg of cholesterol, mostly from the mascarpone and eggs.
Sodium: Contains about 380mg of sodium from all combined ingredients.
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Terra Massoud Dessert
Description
Terra Massoud Dessert is a luscious no-bake treat made from mascarpone, eggs, sugar, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, cocoa, and vanilla. Its texture feels rich, airy, and velvety, while flavors balance bold coffee with creamy sweetness. Named after a beloved Mediterranean pastry chef, it’s a soulful dessert that comforts with every bite.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In two sanitized bowls, separate the egg whites and yolks.
- Beat the sugar into the egg yolks until they are pale and thick.
- Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese until it becomes delicious and smooth.
- Mix everything together to create a smooth cream, then add vanilla essence.
- Beat the egg whites until they begin to form firm, glossy peaks.
- Using upward motions, carefully fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly immerse both sides of ladyfingers in cold coffee.
- In your dish, arrange the wet ladyfingers in a single layer.
- Evenly cover the biscuits with half of the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip again, then layer biscuits and mascarpone cream again.
- For a rich coat, sift a lot of cocoa powder over the top.
- Refrigerate dessert for a minimum of four hours.
- If desired, top with shaved chocolate or more cocoa and serve chilled.
- Believe me, every mouthful tastes like smooth, coffee-infused bliss!