Description
Tiramisu Cupcakes bring the rich, creamy flavors of the classic Italian dessert into a delightful, handheld form. These cupcakes combine layers of soft, espresso-soaked cake with luscious mascarpone frosting, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder and chocolate curls. Perfect for special occasions or as a luxurious treat, this recipe will satisfy both cupcake and tiramisu lovers alike.
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
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- Dry Ingredients:
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
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- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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- 1/4 teaspoon salt
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- Dry Ingredients:
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- Wet Ingredients:
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- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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- 2 large eggs
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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- 1/2 cup sour cream
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- 1/4 cup strong brewed espresso, cooled
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- Wet Ingredients:
For the Frosting:
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- 1 cup mascarpone cheese, chilled
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- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
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- 1 cup heavy cream, beaten until stiff peaks form.
Optional Coffee Soak:
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- 1/4 cup brewed espresso, cooled
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- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
For Garnish:
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- Cocoa powder
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- Chocolate curls
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cupcakes
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- Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with cupcake wrappers.
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- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine the dry ingredients by sifting the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a medium bowl.
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- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whip the softened butter and granulated sugar together for 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes light and airy.
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- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs to the mixture one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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- Combine: Alternate adding the dry ingredients and sour cream to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Gradually mix in the cooled espresso until just combined.
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- Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean. Allow to cool completely.
2. Prepare the Frosting
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- Blend Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the chilled mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth.
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- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in the whipped cream, ensuring the mixture stays light and airy.
3. Coffee Soak (Optional)
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- Mix Coffee Soak: If desired, combine the brewed espresso and coffee liqueur in a small bowl.
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- Soak Cupcakes: Poke small holes in the tops of the cooled cupcakes using a fork or skewer. Brush the coffee soak over the tops for added flavor.
4. Assemble and Garnish
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- Frost the Cupcakes: Pipe or spread the mascarpone frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
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- Garnish: Lightly dust with cocoa powder and add chocolate curls on top for a classic tiramisu touch.
Notes
- Ensure the cupcakes are completely cooled before applying the frosting to avoid melting.
- Adjust the sweetness of the frosting by tasting and adding more powdered sugar, if desired.
- Use freshly brewed espresso for the richest flavor in both the batter and the optional coffee soak.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Tiramisu Cupcakes, Mascarpone Cupcakes, Espresso Cupcakes Recipe, Coffee-Infused Dessert