Delight in these decadent Tiramisu Truffles, a perfect blend of mascarpone cheese, espresso, and chocolate.
Author:Nicole Grace
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 50 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-bake
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup brewed espresso, cooled
1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix the cooled espresso and coffee liqueur (if using). Dip each chocolate cookie in the espresso mixture for a few seconds, then crumble them into the mascarpone mixture. Gently fold until well combined.
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to handle.
Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place the truffles on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Melt the chopped dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, then return to the baking sheet.
Sprinkle cocoa powder over the truffles while the chocolate is still wet. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try adding a teaspoon of instant coffee granules to the mascarpone mixture.
You can also roll the truffles in finely chopped nuts or shredded coconut instead of cocoa powder for a different texture.