Tiramisu Truffles Recipe
Indulge in these decadent Tiramisu Truffles, a bite-sized twist on the classic Italian dessert. Creamy mascarpone cheese blends with espresso-soaked ladyfinger cookies, coated in rich dark chocolate and dusted with cocoa powder for a luxurious treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Mascarpone Filling
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese (about 240g)
- 1 cup ladyfinger cookies, crushed (about 100g)
- 1/2 cup espresso, cooled (about 120ml)
- 1/4 cup sugar (about 50g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped (about 225g)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee Mixture: Brew a strong cup of espresso and allow it to cool completely to room temperature, ensuring it doesn’t melt the mascarpone filling when combined.
- Make the Mascarpone Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, crushed ladyfinger cookies, cooled espresso, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is well blended and smooth.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tiramisu filling for about one hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up for easier shaping.
- Shape the Truffles: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form small, even balls from the chilled mixture. Place each ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Coat the Truffles: Melt the chopped dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave until smooth. Dip each tiramisu ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off before placing the truffle back on the parchment paper.
- Chill the Truffles: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated truffles for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has fully set and hardened.
- Add Finishing Touch: After the chocolate has set, dust the truffles lightly with cocoa powder for an authentic tiramisu finish and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use strong brewed espresso to mimic the traditional tiramisu flavor; alternatively, instant coffee can be used in a pinch.
- Ensure the espresso is fully cooled before mixing to prevent melting the mascarpone.
- The truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
- For a boozy version, add a teaspoon of coffee liqueur such as Kahlúa to the filling mixture.
- If dark chocolate is too intense, substitute with semi-sweet or milk chocolate according to preference.
Keywords: tiramisu, truffles, mascarpone, espresso, chocolate dessert, Italian dessert, no-bake sweets
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