Description
Tiramisu Cupcakes bring the beloved flavors of the classic Italian dessert into a convenient and delicious cupcake form. Featuring a light, espresso-infused sponge cake, a creamy mascarpone filling, and a dusting of cocoa powder, these cupcakes deliver the perfect balance of sweetness and rich coffee flavor. They’re the ideal treat for any occasion, from special celebrations to an everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
- For the Cupcake Base:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon espresso powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- For the Mascarpone Filling:
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
- For the Topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- ½ cup dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- While the cupcakes cool, prepare the mascarpone filling. In a medium bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cupcakes are cool, use a small knife or a cupcake corer to create a well in the center of each cupcake. Fill each well with the mascarpone filling.
- Dust the top of each cupcake with unsweetened cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra coffee kick, you can drizzle the cupcakes with a little coffee syrup before adding the mascarpone filling.
- These cupcakes are best served the same day for optimal freshness.
