A stunning twist on the classic Italian dessert! These Tiramisu Domes are creamy, coffee-infused treats with a light mascarpone filling encased in coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Beautifully molded and dusted with cocoa, theyβre an elegant dessert that looks as impressive as it tastes.
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Servings & Timing
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Yield: 6 domes
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
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Chill/Freeze Time: 2 hours
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Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Calories: ~320 kcal per dome
Dietary Badges:
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No-Bake
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Make-Ahead Friendly
β Ingredients
Cream Filling
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250 g (1 cup) mascarpone cheese
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200 ml (ΒΎ cup) heavy cream, chilled
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70 g (β cup) sugar
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2 egg yolks (pasteurized recommended)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Coffee Layer
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100 ml strong espresso or coffee, cooled
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1 tbsp sugar
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6β8 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
For Assembly
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Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
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Optional: whole coffee beans or chocolate shavings for garnish
π Instructions
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Prepare Cream Filling
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In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy.
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Add mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined. Refrigerate.
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Prepare Coffee Dip
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Mix cooled espresso with 1 tbsp sugar until dissolved.
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Line Molds with Ladyfingers
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Quickly dip ladyfingers in the coffee mixture (do not soak).
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Line silicone dome molds or small bowls with dipped ladyfingers to form a shell.
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Fill Domes
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Spoon or pipe mascarpone cream into the ladyfinger shell.
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Cover with an additional dipped ladyfinger or fill completely.
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Freeze & Unmold
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Freeze domes for at least 2 hours, until firm.
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Carefully unmold domes and place on a serving plate.
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Finish & Serve
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Dust generously with cocoa powder.
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Garnish with coffee beans or chocolate shavings.
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Serve chilled and enjoy!
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π Tips & Notes
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Use pasteurized egg yolks for food safety without compromising flavor.
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Do not over-soak ladyfingers β a quick dip ensures they stay firm enough to hold shape.
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Best served chilled, straight from the fridge, for the perfect texture.
π Variations
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Chocolate Twist: Add a drizzle of melted dark chocolate inside before filling.
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Alcohol Infusion: Stir a splash of rum, amaretto, or coffee liqueur into the espresso for an adult version.
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Mini Bites: Use smaller molds for bite-sized tiramisu domes β perfect for parties.
βοΈ Storage
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Fridge: Store covered up to 3 days.
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Freezer: Keep up to 1 month; thaw in fridge before serving.
π Final Notes
These Tiramisu Domes are creamy, decadent, and show-stopping. Theyβre perfect for special occasions, yet simple enough to make ahead. Each dome delivers that classic tiramisu flavor in an elegant presentation.
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