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Tiramisu Cupcakes

Tiramisu Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining rich flavors of coffee and cream in a portable format, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 150 g Granulated sugar
  • 113 g Unsalted butter (softened) At room temperature
  • 2 pieces Eggs At room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 80 g Whole milk At room temperature
  • 40 g Freshly brewed coffee At room temperature
  • 185 g All purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon White vinegar
Frosting Ingredients
  • 150 g Mascarpone Cold
  • 35 g Powdered sugar Sifted
  • 120 g Heavy Cream Cold
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder Unsweetened, for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 175 degrees C (347 degrees F) and line a cupcake tin with muffin liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in the milk and coffee gradually on low speed.
  5. Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt over the batter and fold gently using a rubber spatula.
  6. In a small bowl, combine vinegar and baking soda. Then fold this mixture into the batter just until combined.
  7. Fill the cupcake tin with the batter about 3/4 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-22 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow cooling on a rack until at room temperature.
Frosting
  1. To prepare the frosting, whip cold mascarpone, heavy cream, and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  2. Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes and dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

Tiramisu Cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. It’s recommended to frost cupcakes just before serving.