Decadent Tiramisu Cupcakes
These Decadent Tiramisu Cupcakes combine the bold flavors of coffee and cocoa with a smooth, creamy mascarpone frosting. A fusion of the classic Italian dessert tiramisu and beloved cupcakes, they're simple to make and perfect for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Frosting
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
- Gradually add the cooled brewed coffee to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until soft peaks form.
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them generously with the mascarpone mixture.
- Lightly dust each frosted cupcake with cocoa powder.