Description
10-Minute Tiramisu Balls are an easy, no-bake dessert inspired by classic tiramisu. These bite-sized treats blend ladyfingers, mascarpone, espresso, and cocoa into rich, creamy truffles—perfect for parties, holidays, or coffee lovers on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g ladyfingers (savoiardi): The base of the recipe, crushed into fine crumbs.
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso (cooled): Adds that signature tiramisu coffee flavor.
- 250g mascarpone cheese: Creates the creamy texture and rich taste.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar: Sweetens the mixture without grittiness.
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder: For that classic chocolate essence.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- A pinch of salt: Balances and brings out all the flavors.
- Optional Add-Ons:
- 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa): Adds depth and a boozy kick.
- Extra cocoa powder (for dusting): To finish each ball with a rich, chocolatey coating.
Instructions
- Crush ladyfingers: Use a food processor or place them in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely ground.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the mascarpone, espresso, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and salt until smooth.
- Combine: Add the crushed ladyfingers to the mascarpone mixture. Stir until fully combined and a dough-like consistency forms.
- Chill (optional but helpful): If the mixture feels too soft, refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to make rolling easier.
- Roll into balls: Scoop and roll into bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Coat: Roll each ball in cocoa powder or your desired topping.
- Serve or store: Enjoy immediately or chill for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Notes
- To make these kid-friendly, omit the coffee liqueur.
- For a firmer texture, freeze the tiramisu balls for 30 minutes before serving.
- Try dipping them in melted chocolate for an extra indulgent version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tiramisu ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: tiramisu balls, no-bake tiramisu, easy tiramisu dessert, tiramisu truffles, mascarpone coffee bites