Tiramisu Sandwich Cookies
Delightful cookies combining classic Italian tiramisu flavors with a fun, hand-held format, filled with creamy mascarpone and espresso.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Filling Ingredients
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup espresso or strong coffee
- Cocoa powder (for dusting) For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft in the center. Let the cookies cool completely.
Filling
- Mix the mascarpone cheese with the espresso until smooth.
- Spread this mixture between two cookies and dust with cocoa before serving.
Notes
Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for better mixing. Do not over-bake the cookies; they should be soft in the center. Allow cooling completely before adding the filling.