Pregnancy food guidance
Tiramisu
Depends—Recipe matters
Tiramisu depends on whether it contains raw egg, alcohol and pasteurized dairy.
What changes the answer for Tiramisu
- Use pasteurized eggs in an uncooked filling.
- Use pasteurized mascarpone.
- Choose an alcohol-free recipe for the cautious pregnancy choice.
Why it matters for Tiramisu
Traditional recipes may combine raw eggs, alcohol and caffeine.
Practical takeaway
Ask how it was made or choose a clearly labeled alcohol-free commercial version.
Sources and review details
- Review status
- Source reviewed
- Last reviewed
- Guidance region
- United States
- CDC: Safer Food Choices (opens in a new tab)Checked
- ACOG: Moderate Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy (opens in a new tab)Checked
- The Bump: Top Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy (opens in a new tab)Checked Medically reviewed by Kendra Segura, MD