Tiramisu Cups
This small batch tiramisu delivers all the creamy, coffee soaked indulgence of the Italian classic, but made in a small jar or a couple of dessert cups. Layers of espresso-soaked lady fingers and mascarpone cream come together with a dusting of cocoa for a decadent yet simple dessert that feels special any night of the week.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 522kcal
Cost: $10.00 Recipe / $2.50 Jar
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 8 each lady fingers cut into small cubes
- ¾ cup espresso coffee
Mascarpone Cream
- 1 cup (8-ounce Package) mascarpone cheese
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp amaretto or coffee liqueur
Sprinkle
- Cocoa powder
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until slightly thickened. Add the Mascarpone cheese. Continue beating until the mixture is firm and well combined.
- Pour the cream into a piping bag for easier assembly (or use a spoon). Set aside.
- Cut the lady fingers into small cubes. In small cups, add a layer of cake cubes and spoon over the top with coffee.8 each lady fingers cut into small cubes, ¾ cup espresso coffee
- Pipe or spoon a layer of Mascarpone cream onto the cake.
- Repeat the layers: soaked cake, Mascarpone cream.
- Finish with a final layer of Mascarpone cream.
- Generously dust the top layer with cocoa powder.Cocoa powder
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hour to let the flavors blend (or serve immediately if desired).
Notes
- To substitute the Mascarpone, you can use a mixture of cream cheese and sour cream or plain Greek yogurt to add creaminess and acidity.
- For a non-alcoholic version, use vanilla extract or more coffee.
Nutrition
Serving: 1jar | Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 47g | Sodium: 51mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 16g
