Tiramisu Truffles
Tiramisu Truffles are a must-try dessert delight that bring the rich and creamy essence of traditional tiramisu into an irresistible, bite-sized treat. These no-bake truffles combine delicate ladyfinger crumbs with luscious mascarpone cheese and robust espresso, making them perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a chilling period of 30 minutes, these delightful morsels can be whipped up in no time. Choose to coat them in decadent chocolate or dust them lightly with cocoa powder for an elegant finish. Serve them alongside coffee, fresh berries, or even as part of a dessert platter to impress your guests or simply indulge yourself.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups ladyfinger crumbs (about 12-14 ladyfingers, crushed)
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate, melted (optional, for coating)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ladyfinger crumbs, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, brewed espresso, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Scoop small portions from the mixture and roll each into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the truffles for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, dip each truffle in melted chocolate or dust with cocoa powder.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg