Description
Indulge in Tiramisu Truffles, a heavenly dessert that combines rich coffee and creamy mascarpone for a delightful treat. These bite-sized morsels are perfect for any gathering, evoking memories of sweet celebrations with every melt-in-your-mouth experience. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, Tiramisu Truffles can be customized with your favorite toppings, making them an elegant addition to any dessert platter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso (or strong coffee)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for coating)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (or to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Chopped nuts or sprinkles for coating (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at low power in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone cheese with brewed espresso and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gradually fold the melted chocolate into the mascarpone mixture while adding powdered sugar. Mix gently until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate the mixture for about 1 hour until firm enough to scoop.
- Use a melon baller or small scoop to form balls and roll between palms for uniform shape.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder or optional toppings before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg