Description
Tiramisu Cups are individual-sized portions of the classic Italian dessert that combine creamy mascarpone, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa powder in a quick, elegant, and no-fuss format.
Ingredients
Ladyfingers (Savoiardi) – 24 pieces
Mascarpone – 16 oz
Heavy cream – 1 cup
Granulated sugar – 1/2 cup
Strong espresso or coffee – 1 1/2 cups
Cocoa powder – For dusting
Instructions
1. Brew your espresso and let it cool to room temperature.
2. Whip the mascarpone, cream, and sugar till stiff peaks form.
3. Quickly dip each ladyfinger in espresso for 1–2 seconds per side.
4. Layer dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of each cup.
5. Spoon a layer of the whipped mixture over the ladyfingers.
6. Repeat with another layer of espresso-dipped ladyfingers and cream.
7. Dust cocoa powder over the top.
8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For extra flair, top with chocolate shavings or coffee beans.
Use clear cups or glasses for a visually appealing presentation.
Substitute mascarpone with blended full-fat cream cheese and cream if needed.
Store in fridge for 4–5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: tiramisu, individual desserts, no-bake, coffee desserts, mascarpone