Yogurt Tiramisu
Yogurt Tiramisu
Cultural Context
Yogurt tiramisu sits at the intersection of two 2026 social dessert trends: the Greek yogurt and Biscoff "Japanese cheesecake" hack, and quick tiramisu-style sweets built from coffee, cookies, and cocoa. Canadian Grocer's May 2026 trend roundup called out yogurt tiramisu as one of the viral yogurt treats circulating on TikTok, while recipe writers have been adapting the original yogurt-and-cookie format with espresso and cocoa. This version keeps the internet recipe's low-effort spirit but layers it in a small dish so it eats more like tiramisu.
Ingredients
Main Components
- 250 g (8.8 oz / about 32 cookies) Lotus Biscoff cookies, divided
- 950 g (32 oz / about 4 cups) full-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 15 g (1 tbsp) vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 60 ml (1/4 cup) strong espresso or strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 15 g (1 tbsp) honey or maple syrup, optional, to taste
- 10 g (2 tbsp) unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
For Serving
- 20 g (4 cookies) extra crushed Biscoff cookies, optional
- 60 g (1/4 cup) lightly sweetened whipped cream, optional
- A few chocolate shavings, optional
Substitutions:
- Lotus Biscoff cookies -> speculoos cookies or graham crackers; the flavor will be less caramel-spiced
- Full-fat Greek yogurt -> thick skyr or labneh for a tangier version; avoid thin yogurt unless drained first
- Espresso -> strong decaf coffee or cold brew concentrate
- Honey -> maple syrup, sugar, or no sweetener if the cookies provide enough sweetness
Equipment
- 8-inch square dish or four 10- to 12-oz jars
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or rubber spatula
- Shallow bowl for dipping cookies
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Plastic wrap or fitted lids
Instructions
Preparation (Active time: 15 min)
Cool the coffee: Brew the espresso or strong coffee and let it cool completely. Warm coffee softens the yogurt and can make the cookie layers collapse too quickly.
Flavor the yogurt: In a bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt with vanilla and the optional honey until smooth. Taste it; the cream should be tangy and lightly sweet because the cookies add more sweetness as they soften.
Set up the cookies: Reserve 4 cookies for the optional crunchy topping. Pour the cooled coffee into a shallow bowl. Dip each remaining cookie for about 1 second per side, just enough to moisten the surface without making it fall apart.
Assembly & Chilling
Build the first layer: Arrange a single layer of coffee-dipped cookies in the dish, breaking cookies as needed to fill gaps. Spread half of the yogurt cream evenly over the top.
Repeat the layers: Add a second layer of briefly dipped cookies, then spread on the remaining yogurt cream. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
Chill until set: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. The cookies should soften into a cake-like layer while the yogurt thickens around them.
Finishing
Dust with cocoa: Right before serving, sift the cocoa powder evenly over the top. Add crushed reserved cookies, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings if using.
Slice and serve: Cut into 4 squares, or serve directly from jars. The dessert should be cold, creamy, lightly tangy, and coffee-forward with a caramel-spiced cookie layer.
Food Safety & Storage
- Minimum safe internal temperature: No cooking step is required; use pasteurized dairy and keep the dessert refrigerated.
- Dairy safety: Do not leave yogurt tiramisu at room temperature for more than 2 hours, or more than 1 hour if the room is above 90 deg F (32 deg C).
- Storage: Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. The cookie layers continue to soften over time.
- Freezing: Not recommended; Greek yogurt can separate and turn grainy after thawing.
- Reheating: Do not reheat. Serve chilled.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a no-bake dessert after pasta, grilled chicken, or a light summer dinner.
- Pair with espresso, iced coffee, black tea, or a small glass of amaro.
- Traditional serving style: This is a modern social-media adaptation rather than classic Italian tiramisu; serve it chilled in squares, cups, or jars.
Scaling Notes
Half recipe (1/2x): Use two jars or a loaf pan. Keep the same chill time so the cookies fully soften.
Double recipe (2x): Use a 9 by 13-inch dish and double all ingredients. Dip cookies in batches so they do not sit too long in the coffee.
Chef's Notes
- Sourcing: Full-fat Greek yogurt gives the best body. If your yogurt looks loose, drain it in a cheesecloth-lined sieve for 30 to 60 minutes before mixing.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the dessert the night before serving. Dust with cocoa just before serving so the top stays dry and clean.
- Variations: Add 1 tbsp cookie butter to the yogurt for a richer Biscoff flavor, or fold in 1 tsp instant espresso powder for a stronger coffee note.
- Common pitfalls: Do not soak the cookies like ladyfingers; Biscoff cookies absorb liquid fast and can break. Do not over-sweeten the yogurt before chilling because the cookies mellow the tang as they hydrate.
Nutrition Information (Optional)
Per serving: approximately 420 kcal
- Protein: 25g | Fat: 11g | Carbohydrates: 58g | Fiber: 2g
Sources
- Trend reference: Canadian Grocer, "The most viral TikTok food trends of 2026 (so far)," Jillian Morgan, published 2026-05-28. https://canadiangrocer.com/most-viral-tiktok-food-trends-2026-so-far
- Trend reference: Falstaff, "Japanese Yogurt Cheesecake: Viral Two-ingredient Trend in a Selftest," The Editors, published 2026-01-29. https://www.falstaff.com/en/news/japanese-yogurt-cheesecake-viral-two-ingredient-trend-in-a-self-test
- Source recipe: Baking with Nessa, "Viral Japanese Cheesecake | 2-Ingredient, Tiramisu Twist," published 2026-01-20. https://bakingwithnessa.com/viral-japanese-cheesecake/
- Source recipe/reference: Cafe Sem Regras, "Biscoff Tiramisu Receita," published 2026-01-22. https://cafesemregras.com/biscoff-tiramisu-receita/
- Image source: Unsplash photo by Jakub Klucky, "Someone dusting cocoa powder on tiramisu," published 2025-04-22, free to use under the Unsplash License. https://unsplash.com/photos/MV52tnECWJg
Version History:
- v1 (2026-06-06): Initial recipe by @Codex
Credits:
- Recipe development: @Codex, adapted from the listed trend and recipe sources
- Testing: @Codex
- Verification: @Coordinator
- Photography: Jakub Klucky / Unsplash, source image URL listed above
Recipe Location: /Recipes/Recipe-of-the-Week/2026-06-06_yogurt-tiramisu.md
Images Location: /Images/yogurt-tiramisu/
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