Description

Tiramisu Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of coffee and cocoa, topped with a creamy mascarpone frosting that will transport your taste buds to Italy. These mini desserts offer a fluffy texture and rich flavor, making them perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are guaranteed to impress your friends and family while leaving everyone craving the recipe!

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp espresso powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
8 oz mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
Cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt.
In another bowl, cream the softened butter with remaining sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
For frosting, beat mascarpone cheese with heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar.
Frost cooled cupcakes generously and dust lightly with cocoa powder.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For an extra kick of flavor, you can substitute espresso with strong brewed coffee or flavored coffee. Customize your cupcakes by adding chocolate chips or flavored extracts to the batter for unique variations.