Tiramisu Cookies

Tiramisu Cookies Recipe: A Sweet Twist on a Classic Italian Dessert

If you love tiramisu, the rich and  creamy Italian dessert, you’re going to adore these Tiramisu Cookies! These soft, espresso-infused cookies are a playful twist on the classic treat, capturing the flavors of tiramisu in every bite. With layers of coffee, cocoa, and mascarpone  cheese, these cookies are a perfect blend of sweetness and sophistication. Whether you’re serving them for dessert, enjoying them with a cup of coffee, or gifting them to friends, these cookies are sure to impress. Here’s how you can make your own batch of tiramisu-inspired cookies.

Ingredients:

For the Cookie Dough:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder (or finely ground coffee)
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (softened)

For the Coffee Dip:

• 1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
• 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional, such as Kahlúa)

For the Cocoa Dusting:

• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• Instructions:1. Prepare the Cookie Dough:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or hand whisk. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and continue to beat until fully combined.
  • In a small bowl, mix the instant espresso powder with 1 tablespoon of milk until the powder dissolves. Add the espresso mixture and mascarpone cheese to the wet ingredients, mixing until the mascarpone is fully incorporated.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  2. Shape the Cookies:
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the cookie dough and roll them into balls. Arrange the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Gently press each dough ball down with the back of a spoon or your fingers to flatten them slightly, as these cookies don’t spread too much while baking.
  3. Bake the Cookies:
  • Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until they’re lightly golden around the edges. Keep an eye on them as they bake to avoid overbaking. The cookies should be soft but firm enough to hold their shape once cooled.
  • Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. Prepare the Coffee Dip:
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