Tiramisu Cookies Recipe
These handheld Tiramisu Cookies mimic the iconic flavors of the classic Italian dessert. A chewy coffee-infused sugar cookie base pairs perfectly with a creamy mascarpone frosting, dusted with cocoa powder for a rich finish. Ideal for coffee aficionados and dessert lovers alike.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Coffee Sugar Cookies:
1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon instant powder espresso
2½ cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
Mascarpone Frosting:
1 cup (250 g) mascarpone cheese
½ cup (65 g) powdered sugar
2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional, substitute with coffee extract if avoiding alcohol)
Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
In a bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy
Mix in instant espresso powder until well incorporated
Whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms
Form dough into balls and slightly flatten on a baking sheet
Bake 10-12 minutes or until edges are light golden
Let cookies cool completely
For the frosting, beat mascarpone with powdered sugar and coffee liqueur (or extract) until smooth
Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cookies
Dust with cocoa powder for serving
Notes
For a non-caffeinated version, substitute instant espresso with 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Replace coffee liqueur with 1-2 teaspoons pure coffee extract for non-alcoholic option
Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent soggy frosting