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    Home » Recipes » Low-Carb Keto Desserts, Cookies And Cake Recipes

    Easy Low-Carb Keto Tiramisu Recipe

    Published: Oct 26, 2016· Modified: Jun 2, 2022· By Libby Jenkinson May contain affiliate links.

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    a sliced keto tiramisu cake on a white plate

    A super easy keto tiramisu cake filled with coffee and whipped cream is the perfect make-ahead low-carb keto delicious dessert.

    This low-carb version is only 3.1g net carbs per slice and is perfect to enjoy on your keto diet.

    a sliced keto tiramisu cake on a plate with a coffee pot
    The low-carb version of traditional tiramisu.

    You can make this as boozy as you like. Alternatively, you can omit the alcohol entirely, especially when serving children. Or, why not simply drizzle a little brandy over the top of individual servings for those who like it? No matter what, you'll love this low-carb keto tiramisu.

    Jump to:
    • What is keto tiramisu?
    • Ingredients for tiramisu layers
    • Instructions
    • 1: Make the keto tiramisu cake
    • 2: Make the tiramisu coffee mixture
    • 3: Make the tiramisu cream filling
    • 4: Assemble the tiramisu
    • Variations
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More keto desserts
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    What is keto tiramisu?

    Tiramisu generally starts with a dry sponge, sponge fingers, ladyfingers, or two-day-old sponge cake. If the sponge is dry, it allows the coffee and brandy liquid to be soaked up without going soggy.

    I made a quick flourless sponge and cooked it for a little longer to allow it to dry out quickly. I didn't want to wait for two days to complete the recipe. Who does? The result was a delicious keto tiramisu.

    If you enjoy classic tiramisu, you will enjoy this low-carb keto version. This keto tiramisu recipe is just as rich and delicious, and you can eat it on the keto diet.

    You can adapt the recipe by adjusting how strong you brew your coffee (I like mine strong) and how much brandy you add. You can even make this alcohol-free by using brandy essence.

    Ingredients for tiramisu layers

    labelled ingredients to make a keto tiramisu cake
    Healthy recipes only use a few simple ingredients.

    This keto tiramisu recipe may taste fancy, but it's quite simple to make. All my healthy recipes are sugar-free, gluten-free, and low in net carbs,

    These are the ingredients you need to make tiramisu:

    Flourless keto pound cake (sponge)

    Tiramisu sponge in a baking loaf tin
    Quick gluten-free keto sponge cake
    • Butter - use salted butter or unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt to taste.
    • Coconut flour - do not confuse this low-carb flour with almond flour, they cannot be swapped in this keto recipe.
    • Granulated sweetener of choice - the most popular low-carb keto sweeteners are erythritol, xylitol, allulose, or monk fruit.
    • Vanilla extract - or vanilla essence, buy the best variety you can afford. You can taste the difference!
    • Baking powder - do not confuse this with baking soda.
    • Eggs - fresh eggs at room temperature are best.

    Tiramisu coffee mixture

    • Strong coffee - you can use freshly brewed espresso or instant espresso coffee powder.
    • Brandy - you can omit this altogether, or opt to use an alcohol-free brandy essence.

    Tiramisu cream filling

    • Heavy whipping cream - heavy cream or double cream
    • Granulated sweetener of choice - use your favourite powdered sweetener
    • Brandy - again, you can omit or use brandy essence to make an alcohol-free tiramisu dessert.

    Tiramisu decoration

    • 90% dark chocolate - or melted sugar-free chocolate chips.

    For complete instructions and amounts, see the keto tiramisu recipe card below.

    Instructions

    This is my flourless sponge (pound cake) which I slightly overcooked to ensure it was dry enough for the keto tiramisu recipe. I adapted the recipe from my flourless berry sponge cake, just omitting the berries.

    The flourless sponge is such an adaptable recipe, and I am sure it will feature in many more sugar-free and low-carb recipes in the future. It's the perfect blank slate!

    1: Make the keto tiramisu cake

    dry ingredients to make a coconut flour cake
    Making tiramisu cake.

    Mix the melted butter, coconut flour, sweetener, vanilla, and baking powder together until smooth. Add the eggs and make sure it is completely combined.

    making a coconut flour cake batter
    Use an electric mixer or rubber spatula.

    Some recipes call for egg yolks or egg whites only, but I use the entire eggs.

    You can mix the ingredients using an electric mixer or use a rubber spatula to gently fold everything together.

    coconut flour cake with electric whisk
    Mix cake batter until smooth.

    Pour the batter into a prepared pan that has been lined with baking parchment paper, and bake until it is completely cooked in the center and golden brown.

    coconut flour cake in a loaf pan
    Simple sugar-free low-carb pound cake.

    Remove the pound cake from the baking pan and allow it to cool completely on a wire wrack.

    After it is completely cooled down, cut it in half and let it dry out for a few hours to ensure it dries as much as possible.

    2: Make the tiramisu coffee mixture

    coconut flour cake covered with cold coffee
    Pour coffee all over the sponge layers.

    Combine coffee and brandy together. Then, drizzle it on top of the dried sponge slices. Pour slowly to give the sponge enough time to soak up the coffee flavor.

    3: Make the tiramisu cream filling

    whipped cream in a large bowl with electric whisk
    Easy cream filling.

    For an easy keto tiramisu, I did not use mascarpone cheese or cream cheese. I make it simple by using a combination of heavy whipping cream, brandy, and a sweetener (or sugar alcohol).

    Whip these three ingredients together until it is firm and stiff peaks form.

    4: Assemble the tiramisu

    coconut flour cake covered with whipped cream

    Place half of the coffee-drizzled sponge slices in the bottom of a serving dish.

    Spread half of the cream filling mixture on top.

    Add the other half of the keto sponge cake on top, and then spread more of the whipped cream.

    coconut flour cake covered with whipped cream

    To decorate a tiramisu cake, melt some dark chocolate or sugar-free chocolate chips in a small bowl using the microwave or a double boiler.

    Drizzle the melted chocolate on top of this classic dessert.

    a sliced keto tiramisu cake on a white plate lifted by a fork

    Storage

    Store this keto tiramisu cake in the refrigerator for up to three days in an airtight container. Or keep it in the serving dish covered with a lid or aluminum foil so that it lasts longer.

    Substitutions

    You don't have to make your own whipped cream, you can buy store-bought sugar-free whipped cream topping.

    Instead of coffee, use espresso in the coffee mixture for this low-carb tiramisu recipe.

    Finally, you can use cream cheese instead of the heavy whipping cream, but it will make the cake denser.

    Variations

    • Try cocoa powder. I did not use cocoa powder in my recipe, but you can add a little bit into the sponge cake layer if you want to make chocolate layers. You may need to add extra liquid.
    • Make it into a party-ready dessert. If you want to make this keto recipe for a party, I suggest creating your layers inside small ramekins or mason jars. Now you will have single-serving desserts for your guests.
    a sliced keto tiramisu cake on a white plate

    Recipe FAQs

    Here are the most common questions people ask about how to make keto tiramisu. If you don't see your question in this list, please leave it in the comments.

    How far ahead can I make tiramisu?

    This low-carb tiramisu recipe can be made 3 days ahead of when you need it for a dinner party or celebration dinner. Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Is tiramisu better the next day?

    Yes, this keto recipe tastes even better the next day. Keep it covered in the refrigerator for the best results.

    What can I use instead of mascarpone in tiramisu?

    Instead of a traditional mascarpone mixture such as mascarpone custard, I used a combination of heavy cream and powdered sweetener. It has the same rich flavor and smooth texture. Plus, those two ingredients are easier to find in the store.

    Is tiramisu good for weight loss?

    Traditional tiramisu is not good for weight loss. It is calorie-dense and high in carbs. My recipe is low-carb, sugar-free, and gluten-free which are more appropriate for a low-carb diet or keto diet.

    Can I make tiramisu alcohol-free?

    Yes, you can use brandy extract, rum extract, or rum flavoring to give a traditional rum flavor but without alcohol. You can add these to the coffee layer, and even some coffee extract to make it taste absolutely delicious.

    Do I need cream cheese?

    No, instead of a custard layer, mascarpone filling, or a cream cheese layer, you use whipped heavy cream and gently fold powdered sweetener and vanilla, even cocoa powder if you wish.

    Can I use almond flour instead?

    No, you cannot swap almond flour in this low-carb keto recipe. These two low-carb flours behave totally differently from one another.

    Where did tiramisu originate?

    The traditional recipe is a classic Italian dessert layered with espresso-soaked biscuits, sponge slices, lady fingers, mascarpone filling, and whipped heavy cream. This delicious dessert is covered with a dusting of cocoa powder.

    Can you freeze tiramisu?

    Yes, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

    Why is my tiramisu soggy?

    This may be because you didn't bake the sponge (pound cake) for long enough. The sponge needs to be dry enough to soak up the coffee mixture.

    More keto desserts

    If you enjoyed this keto tiramisu recipe, here are some more easy keto recipes and dessert cuisine ideas. You can enjoy all of these on a low-carb diet without wrecking your blood sugar levels.

    Your sweet tooth will love them as much as you enjoyed this delicious dessert.

    • Nutella keto cheesecake (In A Mug)
    • Lemon curd mug cake
    • Mini keto no-bake cheesecakes
    • No-bake chocolate peanut butter cheesecake
    • Keto Snickerdoodles
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    📖 Recipe

    a sliced keto tiramisu cake on a white plate

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    Easy Low-Carb Keto Tiramisu Recipe

    A super easy keto tiramisu cake filled with coffee and whipped cream is the perfect make-ahead low-carb keto delicious dessert.
    Servings: 10 slices
    NET carbs: 3.1g
    Author: Libby Jenkinson
    Prep Time 30 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 55 minutes
    Category: Baking. Cakes and desserts. Coconut Flour Recipes
    Diet: Diabetic. Gluten Free. Vegetarian
    Gluten Free. Grain free. Keto. LCHF. Low Carb. No Sugars. Wheat Free
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    Ingredients

    Flourless sponge cake

    • 110 g (1 stick) butter melted
    • 50 g (½ cup) coconut flour
    • 4 tablespoon granulated sweetener of choice or more, to you taste
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 8 eggs - medium

    Coffee and brandy drizzle

    • 250 ml (1 cup) strong coffee
    • brandy optional or use brandy essence

    Cream layer

    • 250 ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream
    • 4 tablespoon granulated sweetener of choice or more, to you taste
    • brandy optional or use brandy essence

    To decorate

    • 40 g (½ cup) 90% dark chocolate to decorate

    Equipment

    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • Mixing bowls
    • Loaf pan

    Instructions

    Flourless keto sponge cake

    • Mix the melted butter, coconut flour, sweetener, vanilla, and baking powder together until smooth.
    • Add the eggs one by one, mixing in between each addition.
    • Pour into an oiled and lined loaf tin.
    • Bake at 180C/350F for 20-25 minutes until cooked in the center and golden brown.
    • Once it is cool, cut the sponge cake in half and leave it to dry for a few hours, or the layers to dry overnight and make the tiramisu the following day.

    Tiramisu coffee mixture

    • Mix the coffee and brandy together then drizzle over the sliced sponge.

    Tiramisu cream filling

    • Whip the cream with the sweetener until it is firm. Stir through the brandy extract/essence if using.

    Putting it altogether

    • In your serving dish, place carefully half the sponge that has been drizzled with the coffee and brandy.
    • Spread half the whipped cream mixture on top.
    • Place the remaining sponge slice along the top.
    • Spread the remaining cream to cover the top, then finally, drizzle melted dark chocolate across the top to decorate.
    • Allow the sugar free tiramisu to sit in the fridge for at least an hour for all the flavours and layers to settle together.
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    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Low-Carb Keto Tiramisu Recipe
    Serving Size
     
    1 serve ( serves 10)
    Amount per Serving
    NET carbs
     
    3.1
    g
    Total Carbohydrates
     
    5.7
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    2.6
    g
    11
    %
    Sugar
     
    1.3
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    6
    g
    12
    %
    Fat
     
    23.3
    g
    36
    %
    Sodium
     
    139
    mg
    6
    %
    Potassium
     
    129.6
    mg
    4
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    834.7
    IU
    17
    %
    Vitamin B1
     
    0.1
    mg
    7
    %
    Vitamin B6
     
    0.1
    mg
    5
    %
    Vitamin B12
     
    0.4
    µg
    7
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    0.2
    mg
    0
    %
    Vitamin D
     
    1.1
    µg
    7
    %
    Vitamin E
     
    0.9
    mg
    6
    %
    Vitamin K
     
    1.7
    µg
    2
    %
    Calcium
     
    57.1
    mg
    6
    %
    Folate
     
    18.4
    µg
    5
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    Magnesium
     
    7.2
    mg
    2
    %
    Selenium
     
    11.7
    µg
    17
    %
    Zinc
     
    0.5
    mg
    3
    %
    % Daily Value*
    -
    Calories
    257.5
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Littleone

      January 20, 2020 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      I use the sponge cake for my cream cheese filled variation of tiramisu, I add 8oz of cream cheese to the cream. As I'm sensitive to nuts, I'm always looking for coconut flour versions for lady fingers.
      I make the cake in an 8x8" pan. When cooled I cut it up the centre then cut each side into 12 lady fingers, 24 in total. Instead of drying overnight, I lightly toast each side in the oven. The 24 fingers then fit perfectly back in my 8x8" pan for the 2 layer tiramisu. I also use this cake for chocolate, berry or cinnamon tiramisu.
      Thank you for the lovely cake.

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    2. Lowcarbfrenchie

      August 24, 2018 at 8:59 pm

      Hello Libby !
      I'm addicted to tiramisu, so thanks a lot for the recpie

      I made my own version of the tiramisu, inspired by yours.
      The main difference is the proportions between the sponge and the cream. I made less sponge and more cream.

      Your sponge cake is perfect, so I keept it. I just cook it very thin, 3-4mm. I cut the shape and it's ready.
      I changed the cream for mascarpone. Don't know if you can find it in USA, but France is close to Italia :). For me there is no comparaison possible. It's WAY better, OMG !!

      You can find the recipe (in French) on my website: https://lowcarbfrenchie.com/le-tiramisu-aux-fraises-keto/

      Thanks you Lilly!

      <3 Olivier

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      • Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com

        August 27, 2018 at 9:26 am

        I absolutely love how you gave my recipe a French twist and your presentation is absolutely stunning. Bonjour form Nouvelle-Zélande!

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    3. Marissa

      February 26, 2018 at 8:59 pm

      I started this recipe and my cake came out with a gelatin like layer on the bottom and very greasey. What could've caused this? Do you have any ideas on how to fix it? Going ahead with the rest of the recipe in hopes I can still have yummy tiramisu but I couldn't find anything like this problem anywhere on the internet.

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      • Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com

        February 27, 2018 at 12:56 pm

        I'm so sorry to hear this, no one likes wasted ingredients. I use this basic coconut flour sponge recipe all the time and it never fails. If the oil/fat has come out, my best guess would be that the cake batter wasn't mixed enough or allowed to stand until the coconut flour absorbed the liquids. I also wonder if you used large eggs? Possibly too much liquid? I hope you managed to rescue it.

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    4. Terri

      December 15, 2017 at 4:01 pm

      I think tastes much better if left overnight so goes nice and soft

      Reply
    5. Terri

      December 15, 2017 at 3:59 pm

      I used cream and mascarpone cheese a very authentic addition to any Italian turamisu.

      Reply
    6. Alice

      March 18, 2017 at 11:23 am

      Would it come out the same if I use almond flour in place of the coconut flour?

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      • Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com

        March 18, 2017 at 9:23 pm

        Sorry, no. This article explains the difference in Coconut flour vs almond flour and this article explains all low-carb flours. They both behave quite differently.

        Reply
    7. Sean

      February 14, 2017 at 1:50 am

      Hi Libby,
      Could you state what size dish you cooked the sponge, assembled the sponge fingers in? It makes life much easier with correctly sized dishes. Thanks!!

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      • Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com

        February 14, 2017 at 9:00 am

        Apologies, I made this when I was on vacation so I don't know the size of dish I used. I'll try to add this info from now on in my recipes.

        Reply
    8. Judi O.

      December 24, 2016 at 11:56 am

      This took twice as long to bake, and my coconut flour cookbook with similar recipes required about 55 minutes at that temperature. Looks good, though!

      Reply
    9. Averil6731 Brown

      December 22, 2016 at 8:40 am

      New to this. Do we subtract fibre from the carbs and count net carbs please

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      • Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com

        December 23, 2016 at 9:10 am

        Yes, all my recipes show total carbs so simply deduct the fibre to become net carbs. Welcome to low carb, this page may help you.

        Reply
    10. Maya | Wholesome Yum

      December 03, 2016 at 7:43 am

      I love tiramisu but on a low carb diet it's tough to fit in. Thanks for providing a low carb and sugar free version! I'll definitely be trying this one soon!

      Reply
      • Libby www.ditchthecarbs.com

        December 05, 2016 at 12:22 pm

        Aw thanks Maya. I love tiramisu (really boozy too) so I knew I had to find a way to make it low carb.

        Reply

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