Tiramisu Cupcakes – Espresso-Infused, Creamy Frosting
Indulge in these delightful Tiramisu Cupcakes – Espresso-Infused, Creamy Frosting that perfectly capture the essence of the classic Italian dessert in an easy-to-eat format. With a moist, espresso-kissed cupcake base and a luscious mascarpone frosting dusted with cocoa powder, every bite is a heavenly experience. These mini treats are versatile enough for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to casual get-togethers—making them a sophisticated yet simple choice for dessert lovers everywhere.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk)
- 1/4 cup cooled espresso
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (cold)
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk with espresso to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fill muffin tins with batter and bake for 15–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before soaking.
- Brush warm cupcakes with espresso syrup made from heating espresso and sugar until dissolved.
- Beat mascarpone cheese until smooth, then add heavy cream while whipping until soft peaks form. Dust frosted cupcakes with cocoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg