Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Press the dough into the muffin cups, creating a cup shape. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until firm.
- Let the cups cool completely.
- In a bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, whipped cream, coffee, and coffee liqueur (if using).
- Spoon the mascarpone mixture into the cooled cookie cups.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the amount of brewed coffee.
- Use a piping bag to fill the cups for a neater presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg