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Mini Tiramisu Recipe is a must-try dessert!

These Mini Tiramisu Cups are elegant, creamy, and packed with classic coffee and cocoa flavors in a perfectly portioned dessert! No baking needed — just layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and fluffy mascarpone cream. They're the ultimate make-ahead treat for dinner parties, holidays, or anytime indulgence!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese softened
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee cooled
  • 12 –15 ladyfinger cookies cut into pieces if needed
  • 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur optional
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
  • Chocolate shavings or curls for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, mix mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
  4. In a shallow bowl, combine espresso and coffee liqueur (if using).
  5. Quickly dip each piece of ladyfinger into the coffee mixture (do not soak).
  6. Layer dipped ladyfingers at the bottom of small dessert cups or jars.
  7. Spoon or pipe a layer of the mascarpone cream on top.
  8. Repeat layers once more, ending with a final layer of cream.
  9. Chill the tiramisu cups in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  10. Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and top with chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

  • Use high-quality mascarpone and fresh cream for best texture.
  • Don’t oversoak the ladyfingers — a quick dip is enough.
  • These cups can be made up to 2 days in advance.
  • To make it alcohol-free, simply omit the liqueur.
  • Swap ladyfingers for sponge cake or vanilla wafers if desired.

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