Tiramisu Truffles
Delight in creamy, coffee-infused Tiramisu Truffles—easy no-bake treats that capture the essence of classic tiramisu with mascarpone, rich espresso, and a dusting of cocoa. Perfect bite-sized desserts for any occasion, delivering a heavenly balance of flavors and a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Author: Sarah
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 20–24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- 250g Mascarpone Cheese
- 1 shot (about 30ml) strong espresso or coffee, cooled
- 100g Ladyfinger Cookies or Biscotti, crushed into fine crumbs
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder (for dusting)
- 50g Powdered Sugar
- 1 tbsp Rum or Coffee Liqueur (optional)
- 100ml Heavy Cream
- Prepare the Coffee Mixture: Brew a strong shot of espresso or coffee and let it cool slightly. If desired, stir in rum or coffee liqueur to enhance the flavor.
- Crush the Cookies: Gently crush ladyfinger cookies or biscotti into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand inside a sealed bag; aim for a sandy texture that blends well.
- Whip the Cream: In a clean bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form to give your truffles a light and airy consistency.
- Combine Mascarpone and Sugar: Mix mascarpone cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy, then carefully fold in the whipped cream to keep the mixture light.
- Mix in Coffee and Cookies: Add the espresso mixture and crushed cookies into the mascarpone cream and gently fold until fully combined, forming a thick, moldable batter.
- Shape the Truffles: Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, form the mixture into small balls about one inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill and Coat: Refrigerate the formed truffles for at least one hour to firm up. Once set, dust lightly with cocoa powder or dip in melted chocolate and allow to set again.
Notes
- Use fresh mascarpone for best creaminess and flavor.
- Fold ingredients gently to maintain a light, airy texture and avoid a dense outcome.
- Ensure proper chilling for easier shaping and better flavor melding.
- Taste the mixture before shaping and adjust the powdered sugar if needed.
- Experiment with coatings such as cocoa powder, grated chocolate, or crushed nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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