Indulge in the sophisticated flavors of these Tiramisu Cookies, an elegant dessert that merges the classic Italian tiramisu elements into a delightful cookie form. Each cookie is richly flavored with espresso and topped with a luscious mascarpone cream, making them a perfect treat for any coffee and dessert enthusiast.
Why You'll Love This Recipe: These Tiramisu Cookies bring a new twist to traditional tiramisu by incorporating its beloved flavors into a portable, cookie format. The rich espresso-infused cookies provide a robust coffee flavor that beautifully complements the creamy, smooth mascarpone topping. This combination results in a decadently balanced dessert, with the creamy frosting melting into the bold, textured cookie base.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for an array of occasions, these cookies shine at dinner parties, afternoon tea sessions, or as a special treat for celebrations. Their elegant appearance and gourmet flavor profile make them excellent for gift-giving or serving at festive gatherings. They're also perfect for baking enthusiasts looking to impress guests with something uniquely delightful and sophisticated.
Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
- 110g butter
- 100g granulated sugar
- 100g brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 230g all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Mascarpone Cream:
- 180g mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 90g confectioners' sugar
- 20g agave syrup or honey
- 120g heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions:
- Cookie Preparation:
- Start by melting the butter in a microwave or on a stovetop over low heat. Once melted, cool it to room temperature by placing it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
- In a large bowl, blend the cooled butter with both granulated and brown sugars using a spatula or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment until the mixture is light and creamy.
- Integrate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, espresso powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing until the dough is just combined to avoid overworking it, which could affect the texture of the cookies.
- Shaping and Chilling the Cookies:
- Scoop the dough using a 2-tablespoon measure, roll into balls, and arrange them on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate the dough balls for 1 hour to firm up, which helps in maintaining their shape during baking.
- Baking:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (355°F). Place chilled dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced adequately apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-11 minutes or just until the cookies are set and slightly golden around the edges.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Mascarpone Cream and Assembly:
- Whip the mascarpone cheese, vanilla extract, confectioners' sugar, agave or honey, and heavy cream together until the mixture is smooth and forms stiff peaks.
- Pipe the mascarpone cream onto the fully cooled cookies using a swirling motion. Dust each cookie with cocoa powder for a classic tiramisu finish.
Serve these Tiramisu Cookies as a chic and delectable treat that beautifully marries the classic flavors of tiramisu with the fun, accessible format of cookies.
