Description
Delight in these elegant Tiramisu Truffles, a no-bake treat combining creamy mascarpone, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and a dusting of cacao powder. Perfect as a bite-sized dessert that captures all the flavors of classic tiramisu in a convenient truffle form.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mascarpone cheese
- 12 savoiardi biscuits (3.5 oz / 100g)
- 3 tablespoons brewed espresso coffee
- 3 teaspoons sifted powdered sugar
- Cacao powder for dusting
Instructions
- Brew Espresso: Brew 3 tablespoons of espresso coffee and allow it to cool completely to room temperature before use.
- Crush Biscuits: Blitz the 12 savoiardi biscuits in a blender or food processor until they achieve a fine powder consistency.
- Make Cream Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/3 cup mascarpone cheese and 3 teaspoons sifted powdered sugar. Add the cooled espresso and mix thoroughly to create a smooth cream mixture.
- Combine with Crumbled Biscuits: Add the powdered ladyfingers to the cream mixture. Using a rubber spatula, fold together gently until fully combined into a thick, cookie dough-like batter.
- Form Truffle Balls: Using a teaspoon, scoop portions of the mixture and roll them between your fingers into small balls. Place each formed truffle on a plate. You should have about 10 truffles total.
- Chill to Set: Place the truffle balls in the refrigerator to chill and set for 1 hour. They will remain soft inside; chill longer if you prefer a firmer texture.
- Coat and Serve: Pour cacao powder into a shallow bowl. Drop each truffle ball into the cacao powder and roll to coat evenly. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious tiramisu truffles!
Notes
- Ensure the espresso is fully cooled before adding to the mascarpone mixture to avoid melting the cheese.
- Use room temperature mascarpone for easier mixing and smooth texture.
- The truffle balls can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, consider adding 1 teaspoon of coffee liqueur to the mixture.
- If mascarpone is unavailable, a full-fat cream cheese can be substituted for a slightly different but delicious texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
