Description
Indulge in these delightful Tiramisu Balls – a quick and easy dessert that captures the essence of classic tiramisu in bite-sized form. Creamy mascarpone cheese, espresso, and cocoa flavors come together to create a luscious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Tiramisu Balls:
- 1 ½ cups crushed ladyfingers or vanilla wafers
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- extra cocoa powder or finely crushed cookies for coating
Instructions
- Prepare the Tiramisu Balls: In a medium bowl, combine crushed ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, espresso, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips. Mix until a soft dough forms. Chill if too sticky.
- Shape the Balls: Once firm, roll small portions into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball in cocoa powder or crushed cookies.
- Chill and Serve: Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Great for make-ahead party treats
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
- For an adult version, add a splash of coffee liqueur to the mixture
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
