Description
Indulgent tiramisu cookies blend Italian espresso charm with sweet, creamy decadence. Coffee-soaked layers and mascarpone create a delightful dessert you can savor with each delicate, rich bite.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Coffee Soaking Mixture:
- 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cream Topping:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a smooth surface for the cookies.
- Cream together softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender texture.
- Blend in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, ensuring each addition is fully integrated before proceeding.
- Gradually fold in flour, mixing until a cohesive cookie dough forms without overmixing, which could result in tough cookies.
- Shape the dough into uniform rounds, placing them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet, allowing room for slight spreading.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges turn golden brown, then remove and allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the coffee soaking mixture by combining espresso, coffee liqueur, and sugar, whisking until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Gently brush each cooled cookie with the coffee mixture, ensuring thorough but not oversaturated coverage.
- Whip mascarpone cheese with heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the cream topping reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Spread a generous layer of the mascarpone cream atop each coffee-soaked cookie.
- Dust the completed cookies with cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve for an elegant, traditional tiramisu finish.
- Chill the cookies for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cream to set before serving.
Notes
- Adjust coffee strength by using instant espresso powder or cold brew concentrate for deeper flavor intensity.
- Swap coffee liqueur with vanilla extract or strong brewed coffee for alcohol-free version suitable for all ages.
- Prevent cookies from becoming soggy by lightly dabbing coffee mixture instead of fully saturating the surface.
- Create gluten-free alternative by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or coconut flour blend for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg