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Tiramisu Cupcakes

Tiramisu Cupcakes That Will Steal Your Heart Every Time

Delight in these Tiramisu Cupcakes that combine rich espresso flavor with a luxurious buttercream topping, perfect for dessert lovers.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour swap with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup almond flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour if nut-free
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream full-fat Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil e.g., canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
For the Amaretto Mascarpone Buttercream
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 1/4 cup Amaretto or vanilla extract
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Equipment

  • cupcake tray
  • Mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tiramisu Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a 12-cup cupcake tray with liners.
  2. Sift together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a stand mixer, combine softened butter and granulated sugar and beat until fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until fully integrated before adding the next.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet batter, mixing on low speed until just combined, then add sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  6. Separate half of the batter into another bowl and fold in the instant espresso powder to infuse flavor.
  7. Spoon alternating dollops of both batters into the cupcake liners and swirl together with a toothpick.
  8. Bake for 20-23 minutes and cool in the tray for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. For the buttercream, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy, then add mascarpone cheese and mix until smooth.
  10. Gradually incorporate sifted powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and Amaretto until well blended.
  11. Pipe the buttercream onto cooled cupcakes and dust with cocoa powder for the final touch.
  12. Serve and enjoy your deliciously decorated Tiramisu Cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients create a better emulsion resulting in tender cupcakes. Sifting your dry ingredients is key for light texture.

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