Description
These 10 Minute Tiramisu Balls are a quick and delicious no-bake treat that captures the classic flavors of traditional tiramisu in a convenient bite-sized form. With layers of espresso-soaked ladyfinger crumbs combined with mascarpone cheese, flavored with coffee liqueur and cocoa, these dessert balls make for an elegant and easy-to-make indulgence perfect for any occasion.
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)
Topping
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- Additional cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Crush the ladyfingers: Place the ladyfingers in a food processor and pulse until they form fine, even crumbs. This will serve as the base texture for your tiramisu balls.
- Prepare the mascarpone mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Use a spoon or mixer to blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add espresso and coffee liqueur: Pour in the cooled brewed espresso and coffee liqueur (if using) into the mascarpone mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly so the flavors marry well.
- Combine with ladyfinger crumbs: Gradually fold the crushed ladyfinger crumbs into the mascarpone and espresso mixture. Mix until you get a consistent, homogenous mixture ready to be handled.
- Form the balls: Using your hands, take small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls roughly the size of a walnut, ensuring they hold together firmly.
- Dust with cocoa powder: Place the formed balls on a lined tray or plate and sprinkle them with cocoa powder for that classic tiramisu finish.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the tiramisu balls for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up, or serve immediately if you prefer a softer texture. Enjoy as a delightful dessert or snack!
Notes
- You can omit the coffee liqueur for a non-alcoholic version; the espresso still imparts plenty of rich coffee flavor.
- If mascarpone cheese is unavailable, cream cheese mixed with a little heavy cream can be a substitute, though flavor and texture will vary slightly.
- For enhanced presentation, drizzle melted chocolate on top or roll the balls in finely chopped nuts.
- Store leftover tiramisu balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make the recipe vegan, substitute mascarpone with a vegan cream cheese and use decaffeinated coffee or espresso alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Mixing, Rolling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tiramisu ball (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: tiramisu balls, no bake dessert, quick tiramisu, espresso dessert, mascarpone recipe, easy Italian dessert, coffee flavored treats
