Yara's Oven Delighs: Whisking up Delights

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Tiramisu Cookies

If you’re a fan of tiramisu and cookies, get ready for the ultimate treat! These Tiramisu Cookies combine the rich, coffee-infused flavor of classic tiramisu with the irresistible texture of a soft-baked cookie. Topped with a luscious mascarpone cream frosting and dusted with cocoa powder, they’re elegant enough for a dinner party yet easy enough for your next weekend bake. Whether you’re pairing them with an espresso or serving them as a decadent dessert, these cookies are sure to impress.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Chill Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 52 minutes
Servings: 16 cookies

Ingredients

For the Tiramisu Cookies:

115g (1/2 cup or 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
90g (1/2 cup) brown sugar
50g (1/4 cup) caster sugar or granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg, room temperature
210g (1 1/2 cups) plain or all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
6g (1 level 15ml tbsp) finely ground espresso coffee powder
100g (2/3 cup) chocolate chips

For the Mascarpone Cream Frosting:

240ml (1 cup) thickened or heavy cream
170g (2/3 cup) mascarpone cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) standard or 160°C (320°F) fan-forced. Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, beat butter and both sugars with an electric mixer until light and creamy.
Add vanilla and egg. Mix until well combined.

Sift in flour, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder. Beat on low speed until a soft dough forms.
Stir in chocolate chips. Roll roughly 1.5 tbsp of dough into smooth balls.

Place dough balls onto trays, leaving space for spreading. Bake for 11–12 minutes or until golden.
Cool completely on a wire rack. You can refrigerate them to speed up the process.
In a separate bowl, beat cream, mascarpone, and vanilla until soft peaks form. The frosting should be thick and fluffy.

Once cookies are fully cooled, top each with a swirl of mascarpone frosting using a spoon or piping bag.
Lightly dust the tops with cocoa powder before serving.

Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie — Approximate)

Calories: 220
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Sugar: 13g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 0.5g
Sodium: 90mg

These Tiramisu Cookies are the perfect way to enjoy the flavor of your favorite Italian dessert in cookie form. With the bold kick of espresso, the sweetness of chocolate, and the creamy topping, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Keep a batch chilled in the fridge for a fancy grab-and-go snack—or serve them up for guests who love something a little extra special.