Irresistible Tiramisu Cupcakes for Coffee 

These Tiramisu Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts—tiramisu and cupcakes. Infused with rich coffee flavor, moist chocolate cake, and topped with a creamy mascarpone frosting, they offer a portable twist on the classic Italian treat. Perfect for coffee enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike, these cupcakes are sure to impress at any gathering. ()

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
  
  

• ½ cup granulated sugar
  
  

• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  
  

• 1 tsp baking powder
  
  

• ½ tsp baking soda
  
  

• ¼ tsp salt
  
  

• ½ cup buttermilk (or almond milk)
  
  

• ¼ cup vegetable oil
  
  

• 1 large egg
  
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
  

• ½ cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  
  

For the Tiramisu Frosting:

• 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  
  

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  
  

• ½ cup powdered sugar
  
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  
  

• 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
  
  

For Garnish:

• Cocoa powder
  
  

• Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
  
  

Note: For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
   
   

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   
   

3. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and cooled coffee until well combined.
   
   

4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
   
   

5. Fill the Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
   
   

6. Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   
   

7. Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
   
   

8. Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat mascarpone cheese, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. If using, fold in coffee liqueur.
   
   

9. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost each with the mascarpone mixture using a piping bag or spatula.
   
   

10. Garnish: Dust with cocoa powder and top with dark chocolate shavings, if desired.
    
    

Nutritional Information (per cupcake)

• Calories: Approximately 200 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 3g
  
  

• Fat: 8g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 30g
  
  

• Fiber: 2g
  
  

• Sugar: 12g