Tiramisù Cookies: A Decadent Blend of Coffee, Rum, and Cream Cheese Frosting

These Tiramisù Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining the rich flavors of coffee, rum, and cream cheese in a cookie form. With a soft, chewy texture and a luxurious cream cheese topping, these cookies offer a unique and indulgent experience. They are perfect for those who love the combination of coffee and sweet treats.

Why You'll Love This: The blend of brown and white sugar in the dough creates a perfect balance of sweetness, while the instant coffee and rum add depth and complexity. The cream cheese frosting is light yet rich, providing a creamy contrast to the coffee-infused cookies. These cookies are an ideal treat for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

Perfect Occasion: These cookies are great for special occasions, coffee breaks, dessert tables, or as a sophisticated addition to any party. They're also wonderful as a homemade gift for friends and family who appreciate a touch of elegance in their sweets.

Decoration Tips: After frosting, dust the cookies with cocoa powder for a classic tiramisù look. You can also garnish them with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of espresso powder for an extra coffee kick.

Cookie Dough:

  • 115g of soft butter
  • 100g of brown sugar
  • 60g of white sugar
  • 60g of egg (1 large)
  • 5g of vanilla extract
  • 5g of coffee rum
  • 200g of all-purpose flour
  • 8g of cornstarch
  • 2g of baking powder
  • 2g of baking soda
  • 3g of instant coffee

Instructions:

  1. Cream the soft butter and both sugars for 30 seconds.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, instant coffee, and coffee rum, mixing for 15 seconds.
  3. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda, mixing on medium speed for 50 seconds. You'll get a moist texture.
  4. Chill the dough in the fridge for 60 minutes.
  5. Portion into 105g spheres and freeze for another 60 minutes.
  6. Bake at 180°C (356°F) with a fan for 15-16 minutes on a parchment-lined tray, allowing space between cookies.

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 150g of soft cream cheese
  • 30g of powdered sugar
  • 80g of whipping cream
  • 5g of vanilla extract
  • 5g of coffee rum

Frosting Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, whipping cream, coffee rum, and vanilla.
  2. Beat on high speed for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture doubles in volume and becomes firm.
  3. Chill for 1 hour in the freezer.
  4. Pipe onto the cooled cookies and finish with a dusting of cocoa powder.

Enjoy these Tiramisù Cookies, a luxurious treat that perfectly blends the essence of tiramisù with the convenience of a cookie.

Enjoy!

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