Tiramisu Truffles
These easy tiramisu truffles pack all the classic Italian dessert flavors—espresso, mascarpone, and cocoa—into bite-sized, no-bake treats. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a quick homemade indulgence, they come together in under an hour and are endlessly adaptable.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 18–22 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 5 oz (140g) ladyfingers (savoiardi), about 15 cookies
- 8 oz (225g) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp (30–45ml) espresso or strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp (15ml) dark rum or coffee liqueur (optional)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- 4 oz (115g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted (optional, for dipping)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place ladyfingers in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin or glass until fine crumbs form. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat with a hand mixer or spatula until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Gradually add cooled espresso and rum or coffee liqueur (if using), mixing until fully incorporated. The mixture should be thick and creamy.
- Gently fold in the ladyfinger crumbs until well combined. The mixture should hold its shape when scooped.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion about 1 tablespoon of mixture for each truffle. Roll between your palms to form smooth balls (makes 18–22 truffles).
- Chill truffles on the baking sheet in the refrigerator until firm, at least 20–30 minutes.
- Finish by rolling each truffle in sifted unsweetened cocoa powder, or dip in melted chocolate if desired. Let chocolate set on parchment.
- Arrange truffles on a platter, dust with extra cocoa, and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Use room-temperature mascarpone for a smooth filling. If the mixture is too soft, add more ladyfinger crumbs; if too dry, add a splash more espresso. Chill the mixture before shaping if sticky. For gluten-free or dairy-free versions, substitute as needed. Truffles can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen (undusted) for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 25
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 2
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