Description
Tiramisu Cups are an individual-sized twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder. These no-bake cups are perfect for parties, picnics, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package (7 oz) ladyfingers
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled (or espresso)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the coffee: Brew the coffee or espresso and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Make the mascarpone filling: In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine the mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until smooth and combined.
- Soak the ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy.
- Assemble the cups: In individual cups, layer the soaked ladyfingers, followed by a layer of mascarpone cream. Repeat the layers, finishing with mascarpone cream on top.
- Chill the cups: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the dessert to set.
- Serve: Just before serving, dust the tops with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings or additional cocoa powder.
Notes
- These cups can be made ahead of time and are best chilled for a few hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
- If you prefer, substitute ladyfingers with any light, sponge-like cake such as angel food or pound cake.
- To add more coffee flavor, dissolve instant coffee in the heavy cream or add a coffee liqueur to the mascarpone mixture.
- For a non-dairy version, use plant-based mascarpone and whipped cream substitutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake
- Method: Chilled
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
