Tiramisu Cupcakes: Indulgent Treat for Coffee Lovers at Home
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavor of Tiramisu Cupcakes, perfect for coffee lovers who want a delightful treat at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup brewed espresso, cooled
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners with the batter and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with the mascarpone mixture and drizzle with espresso if desired.
Notes
- Best served chilled for an enhanced flavor.
- Can be topped with cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: tiramisu, cupcakes, coffee lovers, dessert