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🧁 Tiramisu Cupcakes Recipe ☕🍫

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These Tiramisu Cupcakes combine the rich flavors of classic tiramisu—coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa—into a delightful handheld treat. Soft vanilla cupcakes are soaked in espresso and topped with a creamy mascarpone frosting for a decadent dessert that’s sure to impress!

📋 Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder 🌿
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt 🧂
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar 🍬
  • 2 large eggs 🥚
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿
  • 1/2 cup whole milk 🥛

For the Coffee Soak:

  • 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee ☕
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional) 🍸
  • 2 tablespoons sugar 🍬

For the Mascarpone Frosting:

  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened 🧀
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream 🥛
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar 🍬
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌿

For Topping:

  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting 🍫
  • Chocolate shavings or chocolate-covered espresso beans (optional) 🍫

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat your oven:
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2. Make the Cupcakes:

  1. Mix the dry ingredients:
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar:
    • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla:
    • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine with dry ingredients:
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  5. Bake:
    • Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  6. Cool:
    • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.

3. Make the Coffee Soak:

  1. Prepare the soak:
    • In a small bowl, mix the brewed espresso or coffee with sugar and coffee liqueur (if using), stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Soak the cupcakes:
    • Once the cupcakes are cooled, use a toothpick or skewer to poke small holes on the top of each cupcake. Spoon the coffee mixture over the cupcakes, allowing it to soak in.

4. Make the Mascarpone Frosting:

  1. Whip the mascarpone:
    • In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy.

5. Frost the Cupcakes:

  1. Frost the cupcakes:
    • Pipe or spread the mascarpone frosting generously onto each cupcake.
  2. Dust with cocoa:
    • Dust the tops with unsweetened cocoa powder using a small sieve.

6. Serve:

  1. Garnish and serve:
    • Garnish with chocolate shavings or chocolate-covered espresso beans if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 40-45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 12 cupcakes
🔥 Calories: Approximately 300-350 kcal per cupcake

These Tiramisu Cupcakes are the perfect bite-sized version of the classic Italian dessert, combining the flavors of coffee-soaked cake, creamy mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa. Perfect for any tiramisu lover! ☕🍫🧁