Tiramisu Cookie Cups Recipe

Introduction

These Tiramisu Cookie Cups combine the rich flavors of classic tiramisu with the fun, bite-sized form of a cookie cup. Perfect for parties or a quick indulgent treat, they are easy to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

• Cookie dough (enough to make 12 cookie cups)
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven according to your cookie dough recipe or package instructions. Press portions of cookie dough into a greased muffin tin, shaping them into small cups.
2. Step 2: Bake the cookie cups until golden and cooked through, then remove and allow them to cool completely in the pan.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese with the brewed coffee, mixing until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Spoon the mascarpone mixture into each cooled cookie cup.
5. Step 5: Lightly dust the filled cookie cups with cocoa powder before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use espresso or a concentrated coffee for a bolder tiramisu flavor.
• Chill the cookie cups after filling for at least an hour to let the flavors meld and the filling set slightly.
• Add a splash of coffee liqueur to the mascarpone mixture for an adult twist.
• Try topping with shaved chocolate or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor and decoration.

Storage

Store the tiramisu cookie cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture, add the mascarpone filling and cocoa dusting shortly before serving. Reheat is not recommended as it may affect the texture of the mascarpone.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought cookie dough for this recipe?

Yes, store-bought cookie dough works well and simplifies the process. Just make sure to choose a recipe or dough that holds its shape well when baked into cups.

Is it necessary to use mascarpone cheese?

Mascarpone gives tiramisu its signature creamy texture. If unavailable, cream cheese mixed with a little heavy cream can be a substitute, though the flavor and texture may differ slightly.

Tiramisu Cookie Cups Recipe

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These Tiramisu Cookie Cups combine the rich flavors of traditional tiramisu in a delightful, portable cookie form. Crispy cookie cups are baked to perfection, then filled with a creamy mascarpone mixture infused with coffee flavor, and finished with a dusting of cocoa powder for an indulgent treat.

• Author: Ria
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 12 cookie cups 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

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Cookie Cups

• 1 batch of cookie dough (about 2 cups)

Mascarpone Filling

• 1 cup mascarpone cheese
• 2 tbsp brewed coffee, cooled
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

• Cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

1. Prepare cookie dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Press the cookie dough into greased mini muffin tins, forming cup shapes with an indentation in the center to hold the filling.
2. Bake cookie cups: Bake the cookie dough cups in the oven for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and set. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan before removing to prevent breaking.
3. Make mascarpone filling: In a mixing bowl, blend mascarpone cheese with brewed coffee, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
4. Fill cookie cups: Once the cookie cups are completely cooled, spoon or pipe the mascarpone filling into each cookie cup evenly.
5. Dust with cocoa powder: Using a fine sieve, lightly dust the filled cookie cups with cocoa powder for the classic tiramisu finish. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

• Ensure cookie cups are fully cooled before filling to prevent the mascarpone from melting.
• Brewed coffee adds authentic tiramisu flavor; for a stronger taste, use espresso shots instead.
• These can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Use a sturdy cookie dough that holds shape well when baked in muffin tins.

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