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Soft Bakery-Style Tiramisu Cookies with Mascarpone Frosting

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Create soft, chewy cookies that capture the classic flavors of tiramisu, featuring espresso-infused dough, a creamy mascarpone topping, and a dusting of cocoa powder.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder, dissolved in 1 teaspoon hot water
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dough)
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream (for frosting consistency)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. Mix in the dissolved espresso solution until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between cookies.
  7. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, beating until combined.
  10. Add the vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of milk or cream. Beat until the frosting is light and creamy. Add the remaining milk if needed to reach a spreadable consistency.
  11. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe a layer of the mascarpone frosting onto the top of each cookie.
  12. Just before serving, lightly dust the frosted cookies with unsweetened cocoa powder.

Notes

  • For a stronger coffee flavor, use 1 tablespoon of espresso powder instead of 2 teaspoons.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before scooping if your kitchen is warm; this helps prevent spreading.
  • Use high-quality, unsweetened cocoa powder for the best dusting flavor.

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