Experience the joy of classic Italian dessert in a delightful new format with our Mini Tiramisu Cakes. These individual servings are crafted with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a light, creamy mascarpone mixture, chilled to perfection. Topped with a dusting of cocoa powder, each mini cake offers a balance of rich coffee flavor and silky smooth texture, making them an irresistible treat for any tiramisu lover.
Why You'll Love This: These Mini Tiramisu Cakes combine convenience with elegance, making them perfect for serving at parties or special dinners. The individual portions are not only charming but also help in serving with ease. The robust flavor of espresso combined with the creamy mascarpone and a touch of sweetness from the powdered sugar creates a dessert that's not overly sweet but wonderfully indulgent.
Perfect Occasion: These mini cakes are ideal for high tea events, bridal showers, or as a sophisticated dessert at dinner parties. They're also great for holiday gatherings where you can impress your guests with a well-loved classic in a personal-sized treat. Their elegant presentation and familiar yet refined taste will make any occasion feel more festive.
Decoration Tips:
- Dust each tiramisu cake with a generous amount of cocoa powder for a classic finish.
- Garnish with chocolate curls or a sprinkle of espresso powder to enhance the coffee flavor.
- Serve each mini cake on individual dessert plates, accompanied by a sprig of mint for a fresh contrast.
- Consider placing each tiramisu on a small doily or decorative plate for a more sophisticated presentation.
Ingredients:
- Mascarpone cheese: 500 grams
- Heavy cream: 400 ml
- Powdered sugar: 90 grams
- Cream stabilizer (like Sahnesteif or San-Apart): 4 packets or 6 teaspoons
- Ladyfingers: as needed
- Coffee (strongly brewed): 1-2 cups
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cream Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine heavy cream, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and cream stabilizer.
- Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and holds stiff peaks.
- Assemble the Cakes:
- Halve the ladyfingers and quickly dip them into the brewed coffee just to moisten, not soak them.
- Arrange a layer of the moistened ladyfingers at the bottom of each dessert ring.
- Spoon a layer of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layering with another set of ladyfingers followed by more cream.
- Ensure that the final top layer is the cream.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the mini tiramisu cakes for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to firm up.
- Just before serving, remove the dessert rings (if using) and dust the tops with cocoa powder.
Enjoy these delightful Mini Tiramisu Cakes, each a perfect portion of creamy, coffee-infused goodness that's sure to be a hit at any gathering!