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Tiramisu Cupcakes Recipe

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Delight in these luscious Tiramisu Cupcakes that combine the classic Italian dessert flavors with a moist coffee-infused cake and rich mascarpone buttercream frosting. Swirled with espresso powder and topped with a dusting of cocoa powder, these cupcakes are perfect for a sophisticated treat or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Tiramisu Cupcakes

  • 150 g all-purpose flour
  • 50 g almond flour (can be replaced with all-purpose flour)
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 70 g butter, room temperature
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 150 g sour cream (12-18%), room temperature or full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
  • 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder

Mascarpone Buttercream

  • 200 g butter
  • 100 g mascarpone cheese
  • 360 g powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2 teaspoon Amaretto or vanilla extract
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 160ºC (320ºF) conventional. Line a 12-cup cupcake tray with cupcake liners.
  2. Sift Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer bowl using the paddle attachment or a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat the room temperature butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until each is combined.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the sifted flour mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
  6. Add Wet Ingredients: Add sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined without overmixing the batter.
  7. Fold and Divide Batter: Gently fold the batter with a rubber spatula to ensure even mixing. Transfer half of the batter to a separate bowl and fold in instant espresso powder until fully dissolved and smooth.
  8. Fill and Swirl: Alternate spoonfuls of the plain and espresso batter into the cupcake liners. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the two batters together for a marble effect.
  9. Bake: Bake cupcakes for 20-23 minutes or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before removing them from the cupcake tin. Let cool completely.
  10. Prepare Buttercream: Take butter and mascarpone out of the refrigerator 10 minutes before starting. Cut butter into cubes and sift powdered sugar.
  11. Cream Butter: Beat the butter on medium-high speed for 4 minutes. Scrape the bowl and beat for another 2 minutes until fluffy.
  12. Add Mascarpone: Mix in mascarpone with the butter for 1 minute on low speed.
  13. Add Sugar and Flavorings: Add half of the powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and Amaretto; mix on low speed. Scrape sides and add remaining powdered sugar, then mix until combined. Final beat for 1 minute.
  14. Pipe and Finish: Transfer buttercream to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip (e.g., Wilton 1A). Pipe onto cooled cupcakes and dust with cocoa powder.

Notes

  • Almond flour can be replaced with an equal amount of all-purpose flour if preferred.
  • Ensure eggs, sour cream, and butter are at room temperature for best mixing results.
  • Do not overmix the batter once wet ingredients are added to maintain cupcake tenderness.
  • Use instant espresso powder for easy dissolving; avoid regular coffee or brewed espresso to keep batter consistency.
  • Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent buttercream from melting.
  • Amaretto can be substituted with additional vanilla extract for alcohol-free version.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator; bring to room temperature before serving for best texture and flavor.

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