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Soft Tiramisu Cookies with Mascarpone Frosting

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Bake soft, chewy cookies flavored with espresso and topped with a rich, creamy mascarpone frosting, dusted with cocoa powder to mimic classic tiramisu.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons strong brewed espresso, cooled
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for cookie dough)
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 2 tablespoons strong brewed espresso, cooled
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix in 2 tablespoons of cooled espresso.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between them.
  7. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the frosting: Beat the softened mascarpone cheese and 1/4 cup butter until smooth. Add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 2 tablespoons cooled espresso. Beat until creamy and spreadable.
  9. Once cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the mascarpone frosting onto each cookie.
  10. Dust the tops generously with unsweetened cocoa powder before serving.

Notes

  • Use high-quality instant espresso powder dissolved in hot water for the strongest coffee flavor.
  • Chill the frosting for 10 minutes if it becomes too soft before you finish frosting the cookies.
  • Store leftover frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator due to the mascarpone cheese.

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