Tiramisu Truffles
Indulge in the delightful decadence of Tiramisu Truffles, where rich dark chocolate meets the creamy embrace of mascarpone and the robust essence of espresso. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, transforming simple ingredients into luxurious flavors that will leave your guests craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 5 minute
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (minimum 70% cocoa)
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Chop dark chocolate finely and melt it over a double boiler until smooth.
- In a bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, brewed espresso, sugar, and vanilla extract until silky.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the mascarpone mixture until combined.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm enough to scoop.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of the mixture and roll into balls.
- Roll each truffle in cocoa powder until fully coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 83
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 9mg
Keywords: For added flair, try rolling truffles in crushed espresso beans or dipping them in white chocolate. Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week to maintain freshness.