Tiramisu Cookies
Tiramisu Cookies capture the creamy richness and espresso-infused flavors of classic Italian tiramisu in a deliciously soft and slightly crunchy cookie. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness, coffee flavor, and texture, ideal for snacks, desserts, or gifting.
- Author: Barbara
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free flour blend is used)
Dry Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour – 1 ¾ cups (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – 2 tablespoons
- Espresso Powder – 1 tablespoon
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- Butter, softened – ¾ cup (1 ½ sticks)
- Sugar – ¾ cup
- Eggs – 2 large
- Mascarpone Cheese – ¾ cup
- Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon
- Marsala Wine or Coffee Liqueur (optional) – 1 tablespoon
Finishing
- Powdered Sugar – for dusting
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: Cream the softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt. This provides structure and deep coffee-chocolate flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Optional Marsala or Coffee Liqueur: Fold in one tablespoon of Marsala wine or coffee liqueur for an elegant boozy note reminiscent of traditional tiramisu.
- Shape and Chill: Scoop uniform balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to solidify the dough and help maintain cookie shape.
- Bake and Cool: Bake cookies at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Let cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a rack.
- Finish: Dust cooled cookies generously with powdered sugar. Optionally, add a light sprinkle of cocoa powder for classic tiramisu presentation.
Notes
- Use high-quality espresso powder for authentic coffee flavor without bitterness.
- Ensure butter, eggs, and mascarpone are at room temperature for even mixing.
- Chill the cookie dough to prevent spreading and maintain a chewy texture.
- Measure flour using the spoon and level method to avoid dense cookies.
- Slightly underbake cookies to keep soft centers reminiscent of tiramisu’s creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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