Hojicha Tiramisu

A luxurious adult dessert combining the roasted aroma of hojicha with creamy tiramisu. The rich fragrance of hojicha adds an elegant Japanese touch to this classic Italian treat.

Ingredients

• 115g / 4 ozMascarpone(for filling)
• 115g / 4 ozCream cheese(for filling)
• 45g / 1.5 ozSugar(for filling)
• 25g / 1 ozWhite chocolate(melted, for filling)
• 230g / 8 fl ozWhipping cream(for filling)
• 2g / ½ teaspoonHojicha powder(for filling)
• 120ml / 4 fl ozHot water(for syrup)
• 10g / 2 teaspoonsGranulated sugar(for syrup)
• 10g / 2 teaspoonsHojicha powder(for syrup, plus extra for dusting)
• about 12Biscuits(ladyfingers or similar)

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the hojicha syrup: Combine hojicha powder and granulated sugar in a bowl, mix lightly. Add hot water and stir until fully dissolved. Set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Make the filling: Place cream cheese and mascarpone in a bowl and mix until smooth. If the cream cheese is too firm, let it come to room temperature first.

3. 3

   Once smooth, add sugar and mix. Add melted white chocolate and mix thoroughly. This gives the filling its sweetness and richness.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, add whipping cream and 2g hojicha powder. Whip to stiff peaks (8-9 minutes of whipping).

5. 5

   Fold 1/3 of the whipped cream into the filling, then gently fold in the remaining cream. This creates a light, fluffy texture.

6. 6

   Dip biscuits in the hojicha syrup, coating both sides well. Arrange the soaked biscuits in the bottom of a 1L container. Spread half of the filling on top and smooth the surface.

7. 7

   Add another layer of syrup-soaked biscuits, then top with the remaining filling. Dust generously with hojicha powder, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Tips

• ✓Bring cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
• ✓The white chocolate adds richness and helps balance the roasted flavor of hojicha.
• ✓For best results, chill overnight to allow flavors to meld.
• ✓Dust with extra hojicha powder just before serving for the freshest aroma.

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