Description

Indulge in the classic flavors of tiramisu with a fun twist. These tiramisu cupcakes are moist, espresso-soaked sponge cakes topped with a rich, fluffy mascarpone cream frosting and dusted with cocoa powder. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or an elegant dessert at home, these cupcakes capture the perfect balance of coffee, cream, and sweetness. Easy to make and wonderfully impressive, they bring the beloved Italian dessert into a convenient, individual serving size that everyone will adore.

Ingredients

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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup freshly brewed espresso, cooled
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream, chilled
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
Beat eggs and sugar until fluffy; add milk and vanilla.
Fold dry ingredients into wet until combined.
Divide batter into liners and bake 18-20 minutes; cool completely.
Brew espresso and mix with coffee liqueur; cool.
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar; fold into mascarpone gently.
Poke holes in cupcakes and brush with espresso mixture.
Frost cupcakes with mascarpone cream and dust with cocoa powder.

Notes

Use strong espresso for best flavor.
Chill cupcakes before soaking and frosting.
Can omit coffee liqueur for non-alcoholic version.
Prepare cupcakes a day ahead to let flavors meld.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12
Calories: 320
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg