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Tiramisu Cookies – Soft, Espresso-Kissed & Filled With Creamy Mascarpone Perfection

These Tiramisu Cookies combine everything you love about classic tiramisu — espresso, cocoa, mascarpone cream, and soft ladyfinger-style texture — into warm, pillowy cookies that taste like a gourmet bakery dessert. Imagine a soft, cakey, espresso-infused cookie rolled in cocoa sugar, then filled or topped with a silky mascarpone cream frosting that tastes just like tiramisu’s iconic filling. These cookies are elegant yet cozy, indulgent yet light, and absolutely unforgettable. Perfect for holidays, Valentine’s Day, dinner parties, classy cookie boxes, or anytime you want a sophisticated cookie that impresses every guest.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20 Cookies
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes
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Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
  • 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee cooled
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon coffee extract for deeper flavor
For Rolling
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Mascarpone Cream Filling
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon instant espresso powder optional
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Small piping bag or spoon

Method
 

Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together:
  2. flour
  3. baking soda
  4. baking powder
  5. salt
  6. cornstarch
  7. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugars
  1. Beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar 2–3 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Add eggs, vanilla, espresso powder, and brewed coffee.
  3. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Combine Dry & Wet
  1. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
  2. Mix gently to form a soft cookie dough.
  3. Chill 30–40 minutes — this keeps cookies thick and soft.
Step 4: Roll & Bake
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  3. Mix rolling sugar & cocoa in a small bowl.
  4. Scoop dough into 1–2 tablespoon balls and roll in cocoa-sugar mixture.
  5. Space 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
  6. Bake 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers look soft.
  7. Cool on tray for 10 minutes before moving.
Step 5: Make Mascarpone Cream
  1. Beat mascarpone, cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and espresso powder until fluffy and smooth.
  2. Do not overmix — mascarpone can become runny.
Step 6: Assemble
  1. Once cookies are completely cool:
  2. Option 1 — Top Them:
  3. Pipe a swirl of mascarpone cream in the center of each cookie.
  4. Option 2 — Sandwich Cookies:
  5. Pipe cream between two cookies for tiramisu sandwich cookies.
  6. Dust tops lightly with cocoa powder.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Without filling:
Room Temp: 4 days
Freezer: 2 months
With mascarpone filling:
Refrigerated: 3 days
Do not freeze filled cookies
Store filled cookies in an airtight container.

🥄 Variations

Extra Espresso Kick – Add more espresso powder to dough.
Cocoa Tiramisu Cookies – Add ¼ cup cocoa powder to dough.
Tiramisu Sandwich Cookies – Make ice cream sandwich-style.
Kahlua Twist (Adults Only) – Add 1 teaspoon Kahlua to filling.
Chocolate Chip Tiramisu Cookies – Fold in dark chocolate chips.
White Chocolate Drizzle – Add a drizzle over cooled cookies.
Holiday Style – Add cinnamon and nutmeg.
Glazed Version – Add espresso glaze instead of mascarpone.
Gluten-Free – Use a 1:1 GF flour blend.
Light & Fluffy Version – Add 1 tbsp sour cream to dough.

❓ 10 FAQs

Why chill the dough?
It keeps cookies thick, soft, and prevents spreading.
Can I substitute cream cheese for mascarpone?
Yes — blend until smooth, but flavor will be slightly tangier.
Can I use instant coffee instead of espresso powder?
Yes, but espresso powder gives deeper flavor.
Do these cookies taste like tiramisu?
Absolutely — espresso, cream, vanilla, and cocoa mimic classic tiramisu.
How do I keep mascarpone from curdling?
Do not overmix and keep ingredients cold.
Can I freeze the cookies with filling?
No — mascarpone doesn't freeze well.
Can I make these ahead?
Bake cookies ahead; prepare filling the day of serving.
Can I make them without coffee?
Reduce espresso, but cookies won’t taste like tiramisu.
Why did my cookies turn cakey?
Too much flour — spoon and level for accuracy.
Can I make them with chocolate chips?
Yes — dark chocolate works beautifully.

🏁 Conclusion

These Tiramisu Cookies are elegant, soft, coffee-scented, and topped with the dreamiest mascarpone cream. They bring together everything beloved about tiramisu in a cozy, cookie-based package — perfect for holidays, parties, or coffee lovers who want something truly special.
Every bite is tender, creamy, espresso-kissed, and absolutely unforgettable.