Description

These Tiramisu Cookie Cups combine the classic flavors of tiramisu—espresso, mascarpone, and cocoa—into individual, bite-sized treats with a soft cookie base and creamy filling. Perfect for parties or elegant snacking.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup mascarpone cheese

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)

1 tablespoon espresso or strong brewed coffee

1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for dusting)

Mini chocolate chips or chocolate shavings (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough into each mini muffin cup and press the center to form a cup shape.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden and set.
While still warm, press down the centers again with the back of a spoon and let cool completely.
In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
In another bowl, mix the mascarpone, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso until smooth.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
Fill the cooled cookie cups with the mascarpone filling using a spoon or piping bag.
Dust the tops with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate chips or shavings, if desired.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.

Notes

Press the cookie centers again after baking to maintain the cup shape.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can make cookie cups ahead and fill the day of serving.

Use cream cheese if mascarpone is unavailable.

Freeze unfilled cookie cups and fill after thawing for best texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie cup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg