10 Minute Tiramisu Balls Recipe
These 10 Minute Tiramisu Balls are a quick, no-bake dessert that captures the classic flavors of tiramisu in bite-sized treats. Made with crushed ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, espresso, and a hint of coffee liqueur, they are perfect for an easy, elegant sweet snack or party treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 20 tiramisu balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 200g ladyfingers (savoiardi)
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso, cooled
Cream Mixture
- 250g mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Finishing
- Additional cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Crush Ladyfingers: Crush the ladyfingers in a food processor until they turn into fine crumbs, creating the base texture for the tiramisu balls.
- Prepare Cream Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Coffee Flavors: Stir in the coffee liqueur (if using) and the cooled brewed espresso into the mascarpone mixture, blending until fully incorporated.
- Combine with Ladyfinger Crumbs: Gradually fold the crushed ladyfingers into the mascarpone mixture, mixing gently until the mixture becomes uniform and easy to mold.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, scoop small portions of the mixture and roll them into walnut-sized balls to maintain consistency in size and appearance.
- Dust and Chill: Place the tiramisu balls on a lined tray, dust generously with additional cocoa powder, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow them to set. Alternatively, serve immediately for a softer texture.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the coffee liqueur without affecting flavor significantly.
- Use freshly brewed espresso cooled to room temperature for the best coffee flavor.
- Store the tiramisu balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- These can also be frozen for up to one month; thaw in the fridge before serving.
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, increase the espresso or coffee liqueur slightly.
Keywords: tiramisu balls, no bake dessert, quick tiramisu, Italian dessert, mascarpone dessert, espresso sweets
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