Tiramisu Cheesecake Truffles
These easy tiramisu cheesecake truffles combine creamy cheesecake, authentic tiramisu flavors, and a hint of espresso in a bite-sized, no-bake treat. Perfect for parties, gifting, or a late-night snack, they deliver all the indulgence of classic Italian dessert with minimal fuss.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 4 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 1 tbsp Kahlúa or coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 ladyfinger cookies (about 1 cup), crushed
- 8 oz dark chocolate (60-70% cacao)
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and mascarpone on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
- Sift in powdered sugar, then add cooled espresso, Kahlúa (if using), and vanilla extract. Beat for 1-2 minutes until fully combined.
- Crush ladyfinger cookies into fine crumbs and gently fold into the cheese mixture with a spatula.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) until the filling is cold and slightly firm.
- Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the chilled mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll gently between your palms to smooth out. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze the truffles for at least 20 minutes to help them hold their shape while dipping.
- Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until smooth and glossy. (Or use a double boiler.)
- Using a fork, dip each frozen truffle into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place back on the parchment sheet.
- While the chocolate is still slightly tacky, sift unsweetened cocoa powder over each truffle using a fine mesh sieve.
- Refrigerate the dipped truffles for another 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm. Serve chilled.
Notes
For gluten-free, substitute ladyfingers with gluten-free vanilla wafers. For vegan, use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream instead of mascarpone. Chill the filling thoroughly for easy rolling. Dust hands with powdered sugar if mixture is sticky. Use a cookie scoop for uniform truffles. Truffles can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 2
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