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:
- Cream the soft butter and both sugars for 30 seconds.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, instant coffee, and coffee rum, mixing for 15 seconds.
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda, mixing on medium speed for 50 seconds. You'll get a moist texture.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 60 minutes.
- Portion into 105g spheres and freeze for another 60 minutes.
- 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:
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, whipping cream, coffee rum, and vanilla.
- Beat on high speed for about 10-12 minutes until the mixture doubles in volume and becomes firm.
- Chill for 1 hour in the freezer.
- 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!