Description
Delight in these Tiramisu Cookies, a perfect fusion of classic tiramisu flavors wrapped in a soft, chewy cookie. Featuring a subtle coffee kick balanced with creamy mascarpone and dusted with cocoa powder, these cookies are a decadent treat ideal for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp instant coffee granules (or espresso powder)
- 1 tbsp warm water
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
Optional and Topping
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional, for added richness)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee Mixture: In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules or espresso powder in 1 tablespoon of warm water. Set this coffee mixture aside to cool completely, ensuring that it infuses maximum flavor into the dough.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. This ensures the cookies bake evenly and prevents sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Set this mixture aside for gradual incorporation later.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a large bowl, beat the softened butter with both the granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which typically takes about 2 to 3 minutes. This creates a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture. Mix in the vanilla extract and the cooled coffee mixture to infuse the dough with tiramisu-inspired flavors.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ones, mixing only until just combined to avoid overworking the dough. If you like, fold in the mascarpone cheese gently along with the optional dark chocolate chips to add creamy richness and bursts of chocolate.
- Form Cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges become lightly golden and the centers are set but still soft. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and helps maintain their shape.
- Dust with Cocoa Powder: Once fully cooled, sift a light dusting of cocoa powder over the top of each cookie to replicate the classic tiramisu dusting and enhance the presentation.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your Tiramisu Cookies alongside a freshly brewed cup of coffee or espresso for the ultimate tiramisu-inspired treat.
Notes
- You can substitute mascarpone with cream cheese as a budget-friendly alternative without sacrificing much creaminess.
- For an intensified coffee flavor, adjust the instant coffee quantity to taste or use brewed espresso in place of warm water for dissolving.
- If you prefer crispier cookies, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes, but be careful not to overbake as tiramisu cookies are best soft and tender.
- To store, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Dark chocolate chips add a rich contrast but can be omitted for a purely coffee and mascarpone flavor profile.
