Raffaello flourless dessert: a delicate nut dessert with coconut cream

Raffaello flourless dessert: a delicate nut dessert with coconut cream

Name: Raffaello flourless dessert: a delicate nut dessert with coconut cream
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 3 eggs; 50 g vanilla powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 200 g ground walnuts or hazelnuts; 6 g baking powder; 250 g mascarpone; 100 ml whipping cream; 5 Raffaello balls (blended or crumbled); 50 g grated coconut

Easy to prepare
8 portions
30 minutes

Jan, 21. 12. 2025

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Are you looking for a quick and tasty dessert that isn’t heavy on flour but still the whole family will enjoy? This Raffaello flourless dessert is an ideal choice. It combines the taste of delicate nuts, airy mascarpone cream and the typical coconut aroma. The dessert is not only simple to prepare but also looks great and is suitable for any occasion.

For 8 portions

Ingredients

Na ořechový korpus:

3 eggs
50 g vanilla powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
200 g ground walnuts or hazelnuts
6 g baking powder

Na krém:

250 g mascarpone
100 ml whipping cream
5 Raffaello balls (blended or crumbled)

Na dokončení:

50 g grated coconut

Preparation procedure

Preparing the base: Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Prepare a baking tray or pan (approx. 20×20 cm) lined with baking paper. Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks. Beat the yolks with the vanilla sugar and essence until foamy. Gently fold the yolk mixture into the egg whites. Add the ground nuts and baking powder, mix in carefully. Pour the batter into the pan, smooth the top and bake for about 10 minutes until golden. Let the base cool.
Preparing the cream: Finely crush the Raffaello balls. Whip the mascarpone, cream and crushed balls into a smooth and firm cream. Spread the cream evenly over the cooled base and smooth.
Finishing: Sprinkle the surface of the dessert with grated coconut. Let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Method

Total preparation time: approx. 30 minutes

Servings: 8

Conclusion

The flourless Raffaello dessert is a great solution for anyone looking for a delicate and impressive pastry without unnecessary effort. Thanks to the nut base and the coconut cream with mascarpone it is light, yet full of flavor. It’s suitable for the festive table as well as with coffee. You’ll definitely fall in love with it – and guests will ask for the recipe without hesitation.