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Tiramisu Cookies

These Tiramisu Cookies bring the classic flavors of the best tiramisu recipe Italian kitchens love into a soft, bakery-style cookie. Infused with espresso and cocoa and finished with a creamy mascarpone-style topping, they capture authentic tiramisu flavors in an easy, handheld dessert. Perfect for fans of tiramisu variations, unique cookie recipes, and modern tiramisu ideas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Tiramisu Cookies
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Mascarpone-Style Cream Topping
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese or cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For Finishing
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting

Method
 

  1. Make the Cookie Dough
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Cover and chill dough for 30 minutes.
  7. Bake the Cookies
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop dough into rounded tablespoons and place on prepared sheets.
  10. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers remain soft.
  11. Cool cookies completely on a wire rack.
  12. Prepare the Cream Topping
  13. Beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  14. Assemble
  15. Spread or pipe cream topping onto cooled cookies.
  16. Dust lightly with cocoa powder just before serving.

Notes

For deeper coffee flavor, increase espresso powder by ½ teaspoon.
Chill assembled cookies before serving for a more authentic tiramisu texture.
These cookies pair well with desserts like tiramisu truffles, tiramisu tart, or tiramisu chocolate cake.
Inspired by the traditional tiramisu recipe, but adapted for easy baking.
Store unassembled cookies at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 4 days once topped.