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Easy Tiramisu Cupcakes Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes

Description

These Easy Tiramisu Cupcakes combine the classic flavors of tiramisu dessert with the convenience of cupcakes. Featuring moist coffee-infused cupcakes topped with a rich mascarpone and whipped cream frosting, dusted with cocoa powder and chocolate shavings, this recipe is perfect for anyone who loves the delicious taste of tiramisu in a portable, individual serving size.

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup espresso or strong coffee, cooled

For the Coffee Syrup

  • ⅓ cup espresso or strong coffee
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)

For the Frosting

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, for dusting
  • Fine chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Tins: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cupcake texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen cupcakes.
  6. Incorporate Coffee: Stir the cooled espresso or strong coffee into the cupcake batter to infuse it with tiramisu’s signature coffee flavor.
  7. Bake Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Coffee Syrup: In a small saucepan, heat espresso and sugar over medium heat until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and stir in coffee liqueur if using to add depth of flavor.
  9. Soak Cupcakes: Using a skewer or fork, poke holes all over each cooled cupcake, then brush generously with the coffee syrup allowing the flavor to soak in and keep cupcakes moist.
  10. Whip Heavy Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form, which provides lightness to the frosting.
  11. Make Mascarpone Mixture: In a separate bowl, whip together mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  12. Fold Cream into Mascarpone: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined, creating a silky and airy frosting.
  13. Frost Cupcakes: Pipe or spread the mascarpone frosting evenly on top of each coffee-soaked cupcake. Using a Wilton 1M tip for piping creates a decorative swirl.
  14. Garnish: Dust the frosted cupcakes with cocoa powder and add chocolate shavings if desired for an authentic tiramisu finish.
  15. Storage: Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring them to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Ensure eggs and mascarpone are at room temperature for a smooth batter and frosting.
  • Espresso can be substituted with strong brewed coffee if espresso is unavailable.
  • Coffee liqueur is optional but adds an authentic tiramisu flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes tender and light.
  • For a stronger coffee flavor, brush cupcakes with coffee syrup generously.
  • These cupcakes are best enjoyed within 3 days for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/easy-tiramisu-cupcakes-recipe/