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Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes

Indulge in Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes That Wow Everyone

Chocolate Tiramisu Cupcakes combine the rich flavors of chocolate with creamy tiramisu, making them a delightful and irresistible dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free all-purpose blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa will deepen the taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Using brown sugar yields a moister cupcake.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Serves as the leavening agent.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Replace with almond milk for lactose-free.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable oil Consider melted butter for a richer flavor.
For the Mascarpone Filling
  • 1 cup Mascarpone cheese
  • 1/4 cup Espresso/strong coffee Infuses flavor.
For Dusting and Presentation
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder For dusting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Cupcake Liners

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar in a large bowl until light and airy.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, folding gently.
  5. Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with the batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Allow the cupcakes to cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Whip mascarpone cheese with espresso until fluffy.
  8. Slice off the tops of the cooled cupcakes and scoop out a little of the center. Fill with mascarpone mixture.
  9. Dust the tops with cocoa powder before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an easier filling process, chill the mascarpone slightly before whipping. Assemble cupcakes shortly before serving for best results.

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