10-Minute Tiramisu Balls Recipe
Delightful and easy-to-make 10 Minute Tiramisu Balls that capture the classic flavors of tiramisu in a convenient bite-sized dessert. This no-bake recipe uses crushed ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, espresso, and cocoa powder to create a rich, creamy treat perfect for last-minute celebrations or everyday indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 20 tiramisu balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 200g ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- ½ cup brewed espresso, cooled
Mascarpone Mixture
- 250g mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
For Dusting
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- Additional cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Ladyfingers: Crush the ladyfingers in a food processor until they form fine crumbs, which will serve as the base texture for the tiramisu balls.
- Mix the Mascarpone: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Espresso and Liqueur: Stir the cooled espresso and optional coffee liqueur into the mascarpone mixture, blending well to infuse the coffee flavor evenly.
- Combine with Ladyfinger Crumbs: Gradually fold the crushed ladyfingers into the mascarpone mixture, ensuring the crumbs are fully incorporated to create a consistent mixture suitable for shaping.
- Form the Balls: Using your hands, take small portions of the mixture and roll into walnut-sized balls, evenly shaping each for uniformity.
- Dust and Chill: Place the tiramisu balls on a lined tray, dust them generously with cocoa powder, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to set, or serve immediately for a softer texture.
Notes
- For an extra coffee kick, soak the ladyfingers briefly in espresso before crushing, but be careful not to over-soak to avoid sogginess.
- Coffee liqueur is optional and can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
- These tiramisu balls can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Dust with cocoa powder just before serving to maintain a fresh, rich appearance.
- To make it vegan, substitute mascarpone with a vegan cream cheese alternative and ensure ladyfingers are vegan-friendly.
Keywords: tiramisu balls, no-bake dessert, Italian dessert, mascarpone recipe, quick tiramisu, espresso dessert, coffee flavored sweets
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