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Tiramisu Cookies

These Tiramisu Cookies are everything you love about classic tiramisu—espresso, mascarpone, cocoa, sweetness, and melt-in-your-mouth softness—transformed into the most irresistible cookie form. If you adore sweet dishes recipes, enjoy exploring tasty baking, or want new easy baking recipes desserts for your collection, these cookies are a dream treat. They combine a soft, cake-like cookie, a creamy mascarpone topping, and a dusting of cocoa for that iconic tiramisu finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time: 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Cookies
  • ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
  • ½ cup 100g brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp espresso or strong coffee cooled
  • 1 ½ cups 190g all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • For the Mascarpone Topping
  • 1 cup 225g mascarpone cheese, chilled
  • ½ cup 120ml heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup 40g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp espresso optional, for stronger flavor
  • For Finishing
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

  1. Step 1 — Preheat
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Step 2 — Cream Butter & Sugars
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Step 3 — Add Wet Ingredients
  6. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and espresso until smooth.
  7. Step 4 — Add Dry Ingredients
  8. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  9. Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and fold until just combined.
  10. Step 5 — Shape the Cookies
  11. Scoop the dough into 1-tablespoon balls. Place them on the baking sheet and lightly flatten the tops with your fingers or a spoon.
  12. Step 6 — Bake
  13. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges look set and the centers are still soft.
  14. Let the cookies cool completely before frosting.
  15. Step 7 — Make the Mascarpone Topping
  16. In a chilled bowl, beat mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and optional espresso until thick, smooth, and spreadable. Do not overmix or it can curdle.
  17. Step 8 — Decorate
  18. Spoon or pipe the mascarpone topping onto each cookie.
  19. Finish with a generous dusting of cocoa powder to create the tiramisu look.

Notes

Mascarpone tip: Keep it cold. Warm mascarpone becomes grainy.
Stronger coffee flavor: Brush the tops of the cookies with a tiny amount of espresso before adding the frosting.
Want the viral look? Pipe the mascarpone in swirls for aesthetic dessert-style presentation.
Chill for authentic tiramisu flavor: Refrigerate the cookies for 1 hour to deepen the espresso and mascarpone taste.
Storage: Store in the refrigerator for 3 days. Top with mascarpone just before serving if prepping ahead.
Make it extra fancy: Add chocolate shavings, espresso powder, or ladyfinger crumbs on top.