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Tiramisu Truffles

Tiramisu Truffles
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These Tiramisu Truffles are an indulgent and easy-to-make dessert combining the classic flavors of coffee, cocoa, mascarpone, and a hint of liqueur into bite-sized treats. Perfectly portable and richly flavorful, they make an elegant dessert for entertaining, gifting, or satisfying your sweet tooth with the essence of traditional tiramisu in every luscious bite.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 250g mascarpone cheese
  • 150g ladyfinger cookies, crushed
  • 60ml espresso or strong coffee, cooled
  • 30g powdered sugar
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Optional Ingredients

  • 100g dark chocolate, melted (for coating)
  • 15–30ml coffee liqueur or amaretto

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ladyfinger crumbs: Crush the ladyfinger cookies into fine crumbs by placing them in a plastic bag and using a rolling pin or pulsing briefly in a food processor until sandy in texture.
  2. Mix mascarpone and coffee: In a bowl, gently blend the mascarpone cheese with cooled espresso and powdered sugar. Add coffee liqueur or amaretto if desired. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine crumbs and creamy mixture: Gradually fold the ladyfinger crumbs into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined, forming a thick, dough-like consistency that holds shape when rolled.
  4. Shape into truffles: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Coat and decorate: Once firm, roll the truffles in cocoa powder or dip them into melted dark chocolate for a smooth shell. Place back on the tray and refrigerate until set.

Notes

  • Use cold mascarpone for a firmer and easier-to-handle texture.
  • Adjust coffee intensity by tasting the mixture before shaping and adding more espresso if preferred.
  • Work quickly with cool hands or food-safe gloves to prevent mixture from softening too much.
  • Chill adequately to help truffles hold their shape perfectly.
  • Experiment with coatings by mixing cocoa powder with finely chopped nuts or coconut flakes for varied texture.
  • Can substitute mascarpone with cream cheese blended with a little heavy cream or Greek yogurt if unavailable.
  • Omit alcohol and add vanilla extract or extra espresso for an alcohol-free version.

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Keywords: tiramisu, truffles, coffee dessert, no bake dessert, bite-sized sweets, mascarpone, cocoa, easy dessert

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