Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of classic tiramisu with these delightful truffles, combining creamy mascarpone, bold espresso, and a touch of dark chocolate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder or 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee
- 1.5 cups finely crushed ladyfingers
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (optional for coating)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- Optional: splash of coffee liqueur, white or milk chocolate for variety
Instructions
- Combine the creamy base: In a medium bowl, whip together the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant espresso powder until smooth.
- Incorporate the ladyfingers: Gradually fold in the finely crushed ladyfingers until well combined.
- Chill for perfection: If the mixture feels too soft, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Shape the truffles: Scoop the mixture and roll it into bite-sized balls, placing them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Optional chocolate coating: Melt dark chocolate and dip each truffle, returning them to the tray.
- Dust with cocoa: Using a fine sieve, dust the truffles with cocoa powder.
- Final chill: Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Notes
Make ahead for smoother hosting. Store in an airtight container. Ideal pairing with fresh berries or coffee.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg