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Tiramisu Cupcakes

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Tiramisu Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert. These moist coffee-infused cupcakes are topped with a creamy mascarpone frosting, capturing the essence of traditional tiramisu in a convenient and portable form. Ideal for coffee lovers, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, offering all the flavors of tiramisu in every bite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup whole milk

1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled

For the Coffee Syrup:

1/3 cup strong brewed coffee

2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)

2 tablespoons sugar

For the Mascarpone Frosting:

8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk and brewed coffee, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool completely.
  8. For the coffee syrup, mix brewed coffee, sugar, and coffee liqueur (optional) until the sugar dissolves.
  9. Brush the tops of cooled cupcakes with coffee syrup, allowing it to soak in. Repeat 2-3 times for maximum flavor.
  10. For the mascarpone frosting, beat mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
  11. Pipe or spread frosting generously on cupcakes and dust with unsweetened cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

For added richness, fold mini chocolate chips into the batter before baking.

If you love a more intense coffee flavor, add extra coffee liqueur to both the syrup and frosting.

To make these cupcakes vegan, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative, eggs with flax eggs, and use non-dairy milk and whipped coconut cream for the frosting.

  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
  • Calories: 280 kcal

Find it online: https://justgrandma.com/tiramisu-cupcakes/