Recipe of the day: Avo tiramisu
2026-03-19 - 17:30
Discover a delicious twist on a classic dessert with our recipe of the day: Avo tiramisu. This innovative dish marries the creamy richness of ripe avocados with the timeless flavour of tiramisu, creating a treat that’s both indulgent and nutritious. Perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste, Avo Tiramisu offers a unique blend of flavours and textures. ALSO READ: Recipe of the day: Turkish chicken kebab Serves 4 Preparation time: 25 minutes Ingredients 2 avocados, peeled and stoned Squeeze of lemon juice, to taste 7.5 ml (1⁄2 tbsp) vanilla essence 60 ml (1⁄4 cup) honey 250 ml (1 cup) plain cultured coconut (or any dairy-free yoghurt) 16 Boudoir finger biscuits 125 ml (1⁄2 cup) cold espresso coffee Cocoa powder, for dusting Method Blitz together the avocados, lemon juice, vanilla, honey, and cultured coconut until smooth. Working with 1 biscuit at a time, quickly dip it in the coffee until coated all over and place it in the base of a 250 ml glass (break the biscuit to fit), then repeat with another biscuit. Top with a layer of the avocado cream. Repeat the layers once more. Continue with the remaining 3 glasses. Dust with cocoa powder. Serve immediately. Optional: Garnish with extra avocado slices. Supplied by: avocado.co.za Print Recipe of the day: Avo tiramisu Discover a delicious twist on a classic dessert with our Recipe of the Day: Avo Tiramisu. This innovative dish marries the creamy richness of ripe avocados with the timeless flavour of tiramisu, creating a treat that’s both indulgent and nutritious. Perfect for those seeking a healthier alternative without sacrificing taste, Avo Tiramisu offers a unique blend of flavours and textures. Author: Thami Kwazi Ingredients 2 avocados, peeled and stoned Squeeze of lemon juice, to taste 7.5 ml (1⁄2 tbsp) vanilla essence 60 ml (1⁄4 cup) honey 250 ml (1 cup) plain cultured coconut (or any dairy-free yoghurt) 16 Boudoir finger biscuits 125 ml (1⁄2 cup) cold espresso coffee Cocoa powder, for dusting Instructions Blitz together the avocados, lemon juice, vanilla, honey, and cultured coconut until smooth. Working with 1 biscuit at a time, quickly dip it in the coffee until coated all over and place it in the base of a 250 ml glass (break the biscuit to fit), then repeat with another biscuit. Top with a layer of the avocado cream. Repeat the layers once more. Continue with the remaining 3 glasses. Dust with cocoa powder. Serve immediately.