Classic tiramisu flavor in mini cups—light, creamy, coffee‑kissed, and ready in minutes.

Yield/Time/Gear

• Yield: 4 cups
• Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus optional 1–2 hours chilling)
• Gear: Hand mixer, mixing bowl, spatula, 4 small glasses

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) mascarpone, chilled
• 1 cup cold heavy cream
• 3 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
• 12–16 mini ladyfingers (or 6–8 regular, halved)
• 1–2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)
• Optional: 1 tbsp coffee liqueur

Steps

1. Beat cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to soft peaks.
2. Fold in mascarpone until smooth.
3. Quickly dip ladyfingers in coffee (and liqueur if using); don’t soak.
4. Layer dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone cream in cups; repeat.
5. Dust with cocoa. Chill if time allows; serve.

Cook Tips

• Keep mascarpone cold to avoid graininess.
• Add shaved chocolate on top for texture.

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