What can I substitute for Ladyfinger cookies?

Pound Cake: Pound cake is another suitable substitute for ladyfingers. Its dense and moist texture can hold up well in the tiramisu. Cut the pound cake into finger-sized pieces and use them as a substitute for ladyfingers [1]. Graham Crackers: Graham crackers can be used as a substitute for ladyfingers in tiramisu.

What are Ladyfinger cookies made of?

Ladyfinger (biscuit) Ladyfingers Alternative names Savoiardi, sponge fingers, boudoir Region or state Duchy of Savoy Created by 15th-century official cuisine of the Duchy of Savoy (may antedate in vernacular cuisine) Main ingredients Flour, egg whites, egg yolks, sugar, powdered sugar 4 more rows

Can you substitute Nilla wafers for ladyfingers?

I found NILLA Wafers to be the perfect substitute for lady fingers in these easy Tiramisu Cups. I always have such a hard time finding lady fingers at the store…by using NILLA Wafers you get that extra vanilla flavor and you don't have to wonder where to find them!

Does Trader Joe's have lady fingers?

Trader Joe's Soft Lady Fingers (5 biscuit) contains 20g total carbs, 19g net carbs, 1g fat, 2g protein, and 100 calories.

Are shortbread cookies the same as ladyfingers?

Shortbread is a tight crumb, crisp, and buttery cookie, yet ladyfingers are light, airy, and meringue-based. So the two are very different cookies in several ways. However, both ladyfingers and shortbread are often used in trifles and other layered desserts.

What's the difference between ladyfingers and madeleines?

Madeleines. Just slightly thicker lady fingers in a shell shape and super easy to find. Happy to report I made my tiramisu with madeleines and it was absolutely delicious. You can, of course, make this exact recipe and sub them for lady fingers.

Is ladyfinger good or bad for you?

Lady finger is good for digestion as it has high fiber content and it prevents constipation due to its laxative property. It also protects the liver against free radical damage due to its antioxidant property. The regular intake of Lady finger helps in managing cholesterol levels and keeps the heart healthy.

Is shortbread the same as lady fingers?

Shortbread is a tight crumb, crisp, and buttery cookie, yet ladyfingers are light, airy, and meringue-based. So the two are very different cookies in several ways. However, both ladyfingers and shortbread are often used in trifles and other layered desserts.

What vegetable is known as ladyfingers?

Originally from Africa, okra is a vegetable widely used in cuisines such as Caribbean, Creole, Cajun and Indian. It's also known as bhindi or lady's fingers, in reference to the long, elegantly tapering shape.

What is another name for Ladyfinger?

Ladyfinger is known by several other names around the globe. Bhindi is known as okra, edible hibiscus, ladies' finger, ockro in English; pitali, tindisha, gandamula in Sanskrit; bamia in Farsi, Arabic, Turkish, Hebrew; bamveh in Bosnia; okra in Swedish; Gombo in Italian and French.

What is a good substitute for Bhindi?

Green beans, also known as string beans, are another great substitute for okra. They have a crisp texture and a slightly sweet taste. While they don't have the same slimy texture as okra, they can still add a delightful crunch to your dishes. Green beans can be used in stir-fries, soups, and even pickled.

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Published March 22, 2016 · By Debbie · 8 Comments

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Ladyfingers layered with chocolate and vanilla pudding, topped with a chocolate sauce and whipped cream. Theseeasy-to-make Ladyfinger Mini Eclairs areperfect for bridal, baby showers, parties, or just a good sweet snack.

Today I want to share with you a recipe to test the waters a bit. This is one I made up myself, using David’s love for Boston Cream and Eclairs as my inspiration. I have had a package of ladyfingers in the freezer since I made the Tiramisu for David’s birthday. Each time I pull the freezer drawer open, they call out to me!

I finally got tired of the voices inside the freezer drawer. So I pulled them out to defrost, then I slathered them down in chocolate and vanilla pudding, topped them with more chocolate, and oh yes, whipped cream. This is a no-brainer recipe that is easy to make. Perfect for bridal or baby showers or just a good sweet snack.

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How To Make Ladyfinger Mini Eclairs

Prepare both the chocolate and vanilla puddings, per package instructions.

When the pudding is ready, separate the layers of the ladyfinger. Next, spoon on about 1to2 teaspoons of each pudding, using a fork or spoon to smear it across the ladyfinger.

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This is where a piping bag would make life easier, and neater.

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Place the top of the ladyfinger on top of the puddings and gently press into place. Place it on a plate.

Repeat the process until you are out of ladyfingers.

Note: You will have extra pudding to enjoy as a trifle or by itself.

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Prepare the Chocolate Sauce:

Melt the butter and sugar over low heat. Take butter/sugar, mix off the heat, and mix in the cocoa to a paste. Add powdered sugar to desired thickness. If it is too thick, place it back on the heat.

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Use a spoon to top each mini ladyfinger eclair. Place them into the refrigerator, for at least 30 minutes to set.

Serve chilled topped with whipped cream.

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These Ladyfinger Mini Eclairs were so good!! However, I do want to give you a word of caution. Do not make these too far ahead, and do not expect to have leftovers. As these sat in the refrigerator, the ladyfingers started to become soggy. It is best to make a batch that will be eaten right away or make them as needed.

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I hope to share more dessert recipes with you in the coming months, but most of all, I hope David doesn’t go into a sugar coma before I can get the leftover desserts away from the house to share with friends and co-workers.

Hopefully, there won’t be any recipe fails, but if there are, I will share those too!

Stay tuned…

Ladyfinger Mini Eclairs

Easy to make, Ladyfinger Mini Eclairs are made of ladyfingers layered with pudding, topped with chocolate sauce, and whipped cream.

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 307kcal

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Ingredients

▢ 1 package vanilla instant pudding
▢ 1 package chocolate instant pudding
▢ 4 cups of whole milk
▢ 2 12 ounce packages ladyfingers
▢ whipped topping optional

The Chocolate Sauce

▢ ½ stick unsalted butter
▢ 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
▢ 4 tablespoons sugar
▢ whole milk to mix cocoa powder into a paste
▢ powdered sugar

Instructions

Prepare both the chocolate and vanilla puddings, per package instructions.
When the pudding is ready, separate the layers of the ladyfinger. Spoon on about 1 to 2 teaspoons of each pudding using a fork to smear it across the ladyfinger.
Place the top of the ladyfinger on top of the puddings and gently press into place. Place it on a plate. Repeat the process until you are out of ladyfingers.

Prepare the Chocolate Sauce

Melt the butter and sugar on a low heat. Take butter/sugar mix off the heat and mix in the cocoa to a paste. Add powdered sugar to desired thickness. If it is too thick, place it back on the heat.
Use a spoon to top each mini ladyfinger eclair. Place them into the refrigerator, for at least 30 minutes to set.
Serve chilled topped with whipped cream.

Notes

A piping bag could be used to make life easier, and neater when adding the puddings.

You will have extra pudding to enjoy as a trifle or by itself.

Nutrition

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Rachel says
March 22, 2016 at 8:06 am

These look so sinfully delicious!!! I’ve been trying some more desserty type things, too. This is perfect. & I think y’all are perfect just the way you are. Eat up! 😀
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- The Mountain Kitchen says
  March 22, 2016 at 8:20 am
  
  Thanks, girl! Desserts don’t bother me as bad as pasta, breads, crackers and chips. I’m a salty person. So I guess together we are a sweet and salty kind of snack…lol!
Donna says
March 22, 2016 at 9:10 am

These look too good Debbie! I can’t imagine them sitting around for long 🙂
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- The Mountain Kitchen says
  March 22, 2016 at 9:13 am
  
  Thanks, Donna. They did not go to waste! ?
Annie @ Givememeatloaf says
March 22, 2016 at 8:47 pm

YUM-O! I’m absolutely in the same boat (I’ll take salty over sweet any day) – but every once in awhile something like this is just perfect to have around, and looks light enough for summer too. On my list to make! Also, side-note – I stopped getting email updates from yer blog, so I just signed up again but wanted to give you a heads up in case it wasn’t just me. Hope you’re having a good week!
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- The Mountain Kitchen says
  March 22, 2016 at 8:51 pm
  
  Hope you’ll give them a try, Annie.
  I just saw where you signed up. Did you sign up before I had MailChimp? (Within the past 3-4 weeks)
Annie @ Givememeatloaf says
March 22, 2016 at 8:57 pm

Hey Debbie – yep, that must be it – I know I’ve been getting your blogs via email for a long time, so noticed when they stopped popping up. Glad to hear it’s just silly ole’ me and I’m back on your list!
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- The Mountain Kitchen says
  March 22, 2016 at 8:59 pm
  
  Very strange… Thanks for letting me know. Hope you’re having a good week too!