Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of traditional tiramisu in cupcake form with these moist and flavorful treats. Perfect for any occasion, these Tiramisu Cupcakes are sure to impress!
Ingredients
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Cupcake Batter:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Espresso Soak:
- ½ cup strong brewed espresso or coffee (cooled)
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Mascarpone Frosting:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese (softened)
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then add vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
- Bake Cupcakes: Divide batter evenly among liners and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool cupcakes completely.
- Prepare Espresso Soak: In a small bowl, mix espresso, coffee liqueur (if using), and sugar until dissolved. Poke holes in the cupcakes and spoon the coffee mixture over each one to soak in.
- Make Mascarpone Frosting: Beat the mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and thick enough to frost the cupcakes.
- Frost Cupcakes: Frost the cupcakes and dust lightly with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- For an alcohol-free version, omit the coffee liqueur.
- Keep cupcakes refrigerated and enjoy within 2 days for best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
