Tiramisu Coffee Mascarpone Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)

Soft, chewy cookies infused with espresso and mascarpone, finished with a cocoa powder dusting.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 240 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1 tablespoon espresso powder

→ Sugars and Fats

04 - 100 grams granulated sugar
05 - 110 grams light brown sugar
06 - 115 grams unsalted butter, softened

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 240 grams mascarpone cheese

→ Finishing

09 - Cocoa powder for dusting

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
03 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then blend in espresso powder until evenly distributed.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt; gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
05 - Gently fold mascarpone cheese into the dough until homogeneously blended.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets, spacing each approximately 5 cm apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges turn golden while centers remain soft.
07 - Allow cookies to cool slightly and dust generously with cocoa powder before serving.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - For enhanced coffee intensity, increase espresso powder to 2 tablespoons.
02 - Ensure butter and mascarpone are at room temperature to facilitate smooth mixing.
03 - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to retain softness.