Kim's Tiramisu Cupcakes

Indulge in the rich and delightful flavors of Tiramisu with a twist! Kim's Tiramisu Cupcakes are a perfect blend of coffee, cocoa, and mascarpone cheese, all packed into a convenient cupcake form. These moist and flavorful treats are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
• 1/4 cup Kahla or coffee liqueur
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp instant espresso powder
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Cocoa powder for dusting
• Chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt

Set aside

In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition

Stir in the vanilla extract

Gradually add the dry ingredients and the milk, alternating between them, starting and ending with the dry ingredients

Mix until just combined

In a small bowl, combine the brewed espresso and Kahla

In a separate bowl, sift the cocoa powder

Divide the cupcake batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin

Add 1 tsp of the espresso-Kahla mixture to each cupcake and swirl it with a toothpick to incorporate the flavors

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean

Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely

In the meantime, prepare the tiramisu frosting

In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and instant espresso powder until smooth and creamy

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form

Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the tiramisu frosting on top of each cupcake

Dust the cupcakes with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings

Chill the cupcakes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld

Enjoy your decadent Kim's Tiramisu Cupcakes!