Tiramisu Cupcakes Recipe
Tiramisu Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert. These cupcakes feature a soft vanilla base soaked in espresso, topped with a rich mascarpone frosting, and dusted with cocoa powder. Perfect for special occasions or as a gourmet treat, they bring the flavors of tiramisu in a handheld dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (for soaking)
Mascarpone Frosting:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
- Divide batter into liners and bake for 18–20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once cooled, brush or drizzle espresso over cupcakes.
- For frosting, whip mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Pipe frosting onto cupcakes and dust with cocoa powder.
Notes
- Use cooled espresso to prevent cupcakes from becoming soggy.
- Keep refrigerated until serving for best texture.
- Add a sprinkle of grated chocolate for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
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