Description

Indulge in the flavors of a classic tiramisu in cupcake form with these decadent and creamy Tiramisu Cupcakes. Moist vanilla cupcakes soaked in coffee, topped with a rich mascarpone frosting, and dusted with cocoa powder for the perfect finishing touch.

Ingredients

Cupcakes:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk

Coffee Soak:

1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Mascarpone Frosting:

8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnish:

Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Optional chocolate shavings

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then mix in vanilla.
Alternate wet and dry ingredients: Alternately add the flour mixture and milk, beginning and ending with flour.
Bake cupcakes: Divide batter among liners and bake for 18–20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
Prepare coffee soak: Mix cooled coffee, coffee liqueur, and sugar. Poke holes in cupcakes and spoon soak over each.
Make mascarpone frosting: Beat mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Ice cupcakes: Pipe or spread frosting onto cupcakes.
Garnish: Dust with cocoa powder and top with chocolate shavings if desired. Chill before serving.

Notes

For a stronger coffee flavor, brush additional coffee soak on the cupcakes before frosting.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.