Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of espresso and mascarpone with these delectable Tiramisu Cookies. Perfect for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike!
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, then beat until combined. Gradually mix in the flour mixture, alternating with the brewed espresso, until a soft dough forms.
- Bake the cookies: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the frosting: While the cookies cool, prepare the frosting by beating the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and fluffy.
- Frost the cookies: Once cookies are fully cooled, spread or pipe a dollop of frosting onto each cookie. Dust lightly with cocoa powder just before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper coffee flavor, increase the espresso powder slightly.
- Store frosted cookies in the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
