Time to treat yourself

It's been a very quick month for me but I know we have all been working really hard and eating healthy so it's time for a treat. Yes, that's right, it's dessert time. We are still going to it somewhat healthy so don't be afraid to try it. (I have included some links on a few products in case you have trouble finding them at your supermarket)


Tiramisu Recipe

1 1/4 c double espresso or double strength coffee, cooled

1/2c Kahlua or Kahlua Syrup, divided


1/2c Mascarpone cheese


1/2# American Neufchâtel cheese (fat free cream cheese)

1/3c light brown sugar, packed

1/4c granulated sugar

24 Lady Fingers


3tsp unsweetened cocoa



1. Combine cheese in stand mixer or a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer on low speed until cheeses are combined. Add 2tbs Kahlua and both sugars; beat until well blended.

2. Split lady fingers in half lengthwise

3. In a shallow dish combine coffee and remaining Kahlua. Quickly dip ladyfinger halves flat side down in coffee mixture and lay, dipped side down and slightly overlapping, in the bottom of an 8" square dish.

4. Spread half of the cheese mixture over the top of the ladyfingers and sprinkle with 1 tsp cocoa. Repeat step 3 with the remaining lady fingers and cheese mixture for the second layer. Top with the other 2tsp of cocoa.

5. Lightly cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours.(one handy tip, if you put a toothpick in each corner of the pan and one in the middle it will help the plastic wrap not to stick)


There are actually some heath benefits to coffee, anti-oxidants being one of them. If you are interested in more of that I have including a link for that as well. Otherwise just enjoy a delectable treat and relax. Good job and keep up the healthy eating.
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/health-fitness/exercise-wellness/coffee-vs-tea-1105/overview/

Have a happy healthy day!!

Chef Matt