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Easy Tiramisu Cookies

Easy Tiramisu Cookies That Will Impress Every Guest

These Easy Tiramisu Cookies are soft, chewy, and radiate the essence of classic tiramisu, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 21 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Butter Make sure it's melted and cooled to room temperature for the best dough consistency.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to adjust the amount based on your sweetness preference.
  • 1/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar For a milder taste, substitute with light brown sugar.
  • 1 large Egg Use large eggs (57-60 g with shell) for optimal results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for cookies) Almond extract makes a lovely nutty substitute.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Be sure both are fresh for the best baking results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Be sure both are fresh for the best baking results.
  • 1 tablespoon Instant Espresso Powder Use instant espresso for authentic taste; brewed coffee won't work here.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness and balances overall flavor.
For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Dairy-free alternatives like coconut cream work for a different twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for cream)
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners Sugar Adjust to taste for your preferred sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Agave or Honey Maple syrup can also be a delightful alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Provides richness and helps to achieve fluffy stiff peaks.
For Dusting
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Offers a classic bittersweet topping that completes the cookies beautifully.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Tiramisu Cookies
  1. Step 1: Prepare Cookies - Preheat your oven to 180ºC (355ºF). In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and allow it to cool until it reaches room temperature. Cream together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until smooth and slightly fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients - Add one large egg and a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the buttery sugar mixture. Mix well until smooth, approximately 1-2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients - In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, instant espresso powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Step 4: Shape Cookies - Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Bake Cookies - Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  6. Step 6: Prepare Mascarpone Cream - In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, confectioners sugar, agave, and heavy cream. Beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Assemble Cookies - Pipe the mascarpone cream onto each cookie and dust generously with cocoa powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Expert tips for making the best Easy Tiramisu Cookies: Chill the dough to maintain shape, avoid overmixing to keep cookies soft, use fresh leaveners, and dust with cocoa powder for presentation.

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