Description
Irresistible tiramisu cupcakes blend classic Italian dessert magic with modern bakery charm. Coffee-soaked sponge and creamy mascarpone frosting create a delectable mini indulgence you’ll crave with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F and arrange paper liners in a cupcake tray.
- Combine dry ingredients including flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until smooth and airy.
- Incorporate eggs individually, then blend in vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients and milk into butter mixture, mixing until just incorporated without overmixing.
- Distribute batter evenly across cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, checking doneness with a clean toothpick inserted into center.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Gently brush or drizzle espresso over each cupcake, allowing liquid to absorb.
- Prepare frosting by whipping mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until peaks form and texture becomes stiff.
- Transfer frosting to a piping bag and decorate cupcake tops with elegant swirls.
- Finish by lightly dusting cocoa powder over frosted cupcakes for a sophisticated touch.
Notes
- Brew espresso or strong coffee at room temperature to prevent soggy cupcakes and ensure intense coffee flavor without making the cake wet.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and butter to create smoother, more evenly mixed batter that rises consistently during baking.
- Sift dry ingredients to eliminate lumps and create a lighter, more delicate cupcake texture that melts in your mouth.
- Dust cocoa powder just before serving to maintain its rich color and prevent absorption into the frosting, keeping the presentation crisp and appetizing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 109 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg