Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Tiramisu Sandwich Cookies, a creative twist on the classic Italian dessert. These cookies feature soft, coffee-infused flavors complemented by a luscious mascarpone filling, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfectly suited for gatherings or as a sweet gift, their elegant appearance dusted with cocoa powder will impress your guests. With customizable options like adding chocolate shavings or swapping espresso for strong brewed coffee, you can tailor these treats to your liking. Experience the rich flavors and satisfying texture of these easy-to-make sandwich cookies; they are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp instant coffee granules
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (plus extra for dusting)
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee (for syrup)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for syrup)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, instant coffee granules, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool completely on racks.
- For the syrup: Heat strong brewed coffee with sugar in a saucepan until dissolved; cool slightly.
- Assemble cookies by spreading mascarpone on one half, drizzling with syrup, and topping with another cookie half.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg