Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of classic tiramisu flavors and rich chocolate in these luscious Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes. A perfect treat for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the cupcakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup hot brewed coffee
For the coffee soak:
- 1/2 cup hot brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
For the mascarpone frosting:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare cupcake batter: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin. Whisk dry ingredients. Beat butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla. Alternate mixing dry ingredients, buttermilk, and coffee. Fill cupcake liners and bake.
- Prepare coffee soak: Combine espresso and coffee liqueur. Brush cooled cupcakes generously with the mixture.
- Make mascarpone frosting: Beat mascarpone, cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Pipe onto cupcakes and dust with cocoa powder.
Notes
- For an alcohol-free version, omit the coffee liqueur and use extra coffee.
- Best served the day they are frosted.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
