Tiramisu cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining the rich flavors of coffee, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa into a delicious cupcake. These cupcakes are perfect for any special occasion or as a sweet treat. Let’s dive into the details to create these mouthwatering cupcakes!
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/4 cups (160g)
- Baking powder: 1 1/2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick, 113g), softened
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Large eggs: 2
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Whole milk: 1/2 cup (120ml)
For the Coffee Soak:
- Strong brewed coffee: 1/2 cup (120ml), cooled
- Coffee liqueur (optional): 2 tablespoons
For the Mascarpone Frosting:
- Mascarpone cheese: 8 ounces (225g), softened
- Heavy cream: 1 cup (240ml), cold
- Powdered sugar: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
For Garnish:
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: For dusting
- Chocolate shavings or curls: For decoration (optional)
Equipment
- Muffin tin: For baking the cupcakes.
- Cupcake liners: To line the muffin tin.
- Mixing bowls: For combining ingredients.
- Electric mixer or stand mixer: For mixing the batter and frosting.
- Measuring cups and spoons: To measure ingredients accurately.
- Spatula: For spreading the frosting.
- Pastry brush: For applying the coffee soak.