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Irresistibly creamy tiramisu truffles on a plate, topped with cocoa powder

Tiramisu Truffles

These truffles bring classic Italian tiramisu flavors into bite-sized delights, combining creamy mascarpone, rich espresso, and a chocolate coating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 truffles
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese (fresh, room temperature)
  • 0.5 cup crushed ladyfinger cookies (or sponge cake)
  • 0.5 cup cooled espresso (strong brewed coffee can be used)
  • 0.25 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional for added flavor)
Coating Ingredients
  • 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped, for coating)
  • cocoa powder (for dusting)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare a strong cup of espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, crushed ladyfinger cookies, cooled espresso, sugar, and optional vanilla extract. Stir gently until everything is well blended.
  3. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
Forming and Coating
  1. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
  3. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off. Place them back on the lined baking sheet.
  4. Transfer the chocolate-coated truffles to the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to harden.
  5. Once set, gently dust the truffles with cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

For a richer taste, use high-quality dark chocolate for coating. Adjust the sugar to your liking and consider adding finely chopped nuts for a crunch. They can also be frozen for up to three months.