Irresistibly Decadent Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes You’ll Love Recipe
Indulge in these Irresistibly Decadent Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes, a perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and classic Italian tiramisu elements. Moist cocoa-infused cupcakes are filled with a luscious espresso mascarpone cream for a delightful dessert that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (Substitute with gluten-free all-purpose blend)
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (Dark cocoa for deeper taste)
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder (Check for freshness)
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar (Coconut sugar as alternative)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs (Flax eggs for plant-based)
- 1/2 cup Milk (Almond milk for dairy-free)
- 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil (Melted butter as alternative)
Filling & Topping
- 1 cup Espresso (Use instant coffee if preferred)
- 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese (Ricotta as alternative)
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar to evenly distribute the leavening and cocoa.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Make the Batter: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently to combine without overmixing, to achieve a smooth cupcake batter.
- Fill the Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the Espresso Mascarpone Filling: While the cupcakes cool, whip together the mascarpone cheese and espresso until fluffy and smooth, creating a rich filling.
- Fill the Cupcakes: Once cooled, carefully remove the tops of the cupcakes and scoop out some of the center to create space. Fill this cavity with the whipped espresso mascarpone mixture.
- Top and Serve: Dust the tops of your filled cupcakes with cocoa powder for a classic tiramisu finish before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free all-purpose blend.
- Dark cocoa powder can enhance the chocolate flavor intensity.
- For a dairy-free variation, use almond milk instead of regular milk and a plant-based mascarpone alternative if available.
- Flax eggs can be used to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
- Make sure the baking powder is fresh to ensure proper rising of the cupcakes.
- Brew fresh espresso or use strong instant coffee for authentic tiramisu flavor.
- Be gentle when mixing wet and dry ingredients to avoid tough cupcakes.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before filling to prevent melting of the filling.
Keywords: Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes, Espresso Mascarpone, Italian Dessert, Chocolate Cupcakes, Tiramisu Inspired
