Irresistible Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes
Delightful cupcakes that combine the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee, topped with cloud-like mascarpone frosting for a perfect portion of tiramisu in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners.
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat the butter and sugar until fluffy, then add the eggs and vanilla.
- Combine the dry mixture with the wet mixture, alternating with the cooled coffee.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the frosting by beating together mascarpone, heavy cream, and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with the mascarpone mixture.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
For a flavor boost, consider adding coffee liqueur to the frosting. Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg