Picture this: a cozy evening, spaghetti carbonara, and coffee tiramisu. Sounds like the perfect combo, right? Pasta’s creamy, rich, and indulgent. Then, you’ve got tiramisu—the coffee kick you need to finish the meal with a decadent bang. It’s all the best things combined—comfort food with a little sophisticated flair. You’ll impress everyone at dinner while keeping it totally low-effort. The pasta’s simple, but the dessert? Well, that’s a game-changer. Prepare for some “wow” moments, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a meal that pairs coffee with dessert?
Spaghetti Carbonara with Coffee Tiramisu
Indulge in a creamy spaghetti carbonara, paired with a rich and caffeinated coffee tiramisu—perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Spaghetti Carbonara
- 400 g spaghetti
- 150 g pancetta or bacon
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated vegan Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Coffee Tiramisu
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 package vegan ladyfingers
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
For the Spaghetti Carbonara
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a frying pan, cook pancetta until crispy.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, and vegan Parmesan.
- Drain pasta, keeping a little pasta water.
- Add pasta to the pancetta, and pour egg mixture over it. Stir quickly to coat.
- Add a little pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
For the Coffee Tiramisu
- In a bowl, mix coconut cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Dip the ladyfingers quickly in the cooled coffee.
- Layer the ladyfingers in a baking dish.
- Spread the coconut cream mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layers until you run out of ingredients.
- Sprinkle cocoa powder on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 500Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Calcium: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use fresh cracked black pepper to finish the pasta for an extra kick.
- If you want a stronger coffee flavor in the tiramisu, add a little espresso.
- For extra indulgence, top the tiramisu with a dollop of whipped coconut cream before serving.
- For a truly authentic carbonara flavor, substitute bacon with plant-based bacon for that crispy, smoky finish.
