Tiramisu Dessert Bites Perfect for Small Parties
Creamy, no-bake tiramisu truffles made with crushed ladyfingers, mascarpone, and espresso. A quick and elegant dessert, perfect for entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 20–24 balls 1x
Ingredients
2 cups crushed ladyfingers (about 20 cookies)
8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
⅓ cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee
1 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Unsweetened cocoa powder or melted chocolate for coating
Instructions
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Crush ladyfingers into fine crumbs.
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Beat mascarpone, sugar, espresso, liqueur, and vanilla until smooth.
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Mix in crumbs to form a soft dough.
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Roll into 1-inch balls and place on parchment-lined tray.
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Coat in cocoa powder or dip in melted chocolate.
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Chill for 1 hour before serving.
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Store in fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
For kid-friendly version, omit coffee liqueur. Adjust sugar to taste depending on the sweetness of your cookies.