Description
Decadent and easy-to-make Tiramisu Truffles that combine creamy mascarpone, rich espresso, and dark chocolate. These indulgent bite-sized treats come together in minutes and are perfect for coffee lovers looking for a luscious dessert without the fuss of traditional baking.
Ingredients
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Truffle Base
- 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese (Room temperature is best)
- 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar (Consider substituting with maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Use high-quality for best results)
- 2 tablespoons Espresso Powder (Adjust to taste for stronger coffee flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (For dusting)
- 4 ounces Dark Chocolate (Can substitute with milk or white chocolate)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, blend the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate Espresso: Gently fold in the espresso powder ensuring it is fully incorporated for an even coffee flavor.
- Chill Mixture: If the mixture feels too soft to shape, cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Form Truffles: Using a tablespoon measure, roll the mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate until smooth, either in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip Truffles: Dip each truffle fully into the melted dark chocolate coating them evenly, then return the coated truffles to the tray.
- Dust with Cocoa: After the chocolate coating has set slightly, dust the truffles with unsweetened cocoa powder for an authentic tiramisu finish.
- Set Truffles: Refrigerate the truffles for at least one hour to allow the chocolate to set completely and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve the truffles chilled, optionally garnished with extra cocoa powder or drizzled melted chocolate for added elegance.
Notes
- Room temperature mascarpone helps achieve a smoother truffle consistency.
- Adjust espresso powder quantity based on desired coffee intensity.
- Substitute powdered sugar with maple syrup for a natural sweetener alternative, but reduce any additional liquids in the recipe accordingly.
- Milk or white chocolate can be used for coating for a sweeter taste variation.
- Store truffles in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Allow the truffles to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for best texture and flavor.
