Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Tiramisu Truffles, where each bite offers a harmonious blend of creamy mascarpone, rich espresso, and velvety chocolate. These bite-sized treats are dusted with cocoa powder, creating an irresistible dessert that evokes the charm of an Italian café. Perfect for celebrations or a simple afternoon treat, they promise to enchant your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (sifted)
Instructions
- Brew half a cup of strong espresso and let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, mix mascarpone cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Gently fold in cooled espresso.
- Melt chocolate chips over low heat or in short bursts in the microwave; let cool slightly before folding into the mascarpone mixture.
- Scoop small balls from the mixture and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for at least one hour.
- Roll chilled truffles in cocoa powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg