Dietitians of Canada

Light Tiramisu

makes 16 servings

This marvelous orange flavored version of tiramisu is a testimonial to the fact that elegant desserts don’t have to be high in fat. Make it for a crowd and enjoy!(This dessert is best served the same day it’s prepared.

• 9-inch (23 cm) glass bowl

1. In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over orange juice concentrate; cook, stirring, over low heat until dissolved. Cool.
2. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water; cook over medium heat until syrup reaches 234° to 240°F (112° to 116°C) or soft ball stage (syrup dropped in cold water forms soft ball).
3. In a bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; gradually pour in syrup, beating constantly until cool and very stiff. Beat in dissolved gelatin, beating for 30 seconds.
4. In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, yogurt cheese, orange zest and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Fold in meringue, onethird at a time.
5. Separate ladyfingers; drizzle each with coffee and arrange half in bottom of deep 9-inch (23 cm) glass bowl. Cover with half of the meringue mixture. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp (15 mL) cocoa. Repeat layers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.

© Cook Great Food. Dietitians of Canada. 2001. Published by Robert Rose Inc.