Description

These creamy, coffee-kissed Tiramisu Truffles are everything you love about the classic Italian dessert—rolled into indulgent little bites. With the smooth richness of mascarpone, a subtle espresso kick, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these no-bake gems are perfect for parties, gifting, or whenever you’re craving something sweet and elegant. Bonus: they’re ready in no time and don’t require turning on the oven!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups crushed ladyfingers (around 12–14 cookies, finely ground)
½ cup mascarpone cheese, softened to room temp
¼ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup melted semi-sweet or dark chocolate (optional for dipping)
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for dusting)

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Instructions

Mix It Up
- Grab a mixing bowl and toss in the ladyfinger crumbs, mascarpone, powdered sugar, coffee, vanilla, and salt. Stir everything together until it becomes a soft, thick dough. It should be smooth and just sticky enough to roll easily.
Roll into Balls
- Scoop out small portions (about a tablespoon each) and roll them between your palms into 1-inch balls. Place the formed truffles onto a parchment-lined tray. If the mixture gets too soft while you work, pop it in the fridge for 10 minutes to firm up again.
Chill Out
- Transfer the tray to the fridge and let the truffles rest for at least 30 minutes. This helps them firm up so they’re easier to coat.
Time to Finish
- Once chilled, it’s coating time! You’ve got two delicious options:
  - Dip: Dunk each truffle into the melted chocolate using a fork or candy dipper. Let any extra drip off, then place them back on the tray to set.
  - Dust: Roll each truffle gently in cocoa powder for that classic tiramisu finish.
Serve and Swoon
- Serve the truffles chilled for a firmer texture or let them come to room temperature for an extra creamy bite. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator—they’ll stay fresh for up to 5 days (if they last that long!).

Notes

Tips & Twists

Flavor Boost: Add 1–2 teaspoons of coffee liqueur like Kahlúa for an adults-only version.
Textural Variety: Swap cocoa powder for crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or colorful sprinkles to mix things up.
Smooth Operator: Use a food processor to grind the ladyfingers super fine for the silkiest texture.
Make Ahead: These truffles can be prepped 2–3 days in advance. Just keep them chilled until you’re ready to serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Category: Desserts