Description
Tiramisu Cups are a no-bake, elegant dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and rich mascarpone cream served in individual cups. This easy recipe combines classic espresso and mascarpone flavors in a creamy, luscious treat perfect for entertaining or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Mascarpone cheese – 8 oz (225g)
- Espresso or strong coffee – 1 cup, cooled
- Ladyfinger cookies – 20 pieces
- Heavy cream – 1 cup (240ml)
- Sugar – 1/2 cup (100g)
- Cocoa powder – for dusting
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Optional liqueur (Marsala or coffee liqueur) – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee Soak: Brew a strong espresso or coffee and let it cool completely. If desired, mix in optional Marsala or coffee liqueur to enhance the flavor. Set aside for soaking ladyfingers.
- Whip the Mascarpone Mixture: In a chilled bowl, beat mascarpone cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold it into the mascarpone mixture to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Dip Ladyfingers: Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee mixture, ensuring not to soak them too long to avoid sogginess. Place a layer of dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of each serving cup.
- Assemble the Layers: Begin with the coffee-soaked ladyfingers, then add a generous spoonful of mascarpone cream on top. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and finish with the remaining cream.
- Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate the tiramisu cups for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and textures to set. Before serving, dust generously with cocoa powder and optionally add chocolate shavings for garnish.
Notes
- Use cold mascarpone and heavy cream for best whipped texture.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers to prevent sogginess while still infusing coffee flavor.
- Smooth each cream layer carefully for clean, appealing presentation.
- Chill for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm up.
- Dust with cocoa powder just before serving for classic aroma and finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximate)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg