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Tiramisu Christmas Cookies

Decadent Tiramisu Christmas Cookies for Holiday Cheer

These Tiramisu Christmas Cookies combine rich espresso, mascarpone, and cocoa in a chewy format, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with cake flour for a softer texture
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder high-quality cocoa is recommended for best results
  • 2 tablespoons espresso powder for a milder effect, use instant coffee instead
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda no substitutions needed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances all flavors
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter can swap with vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cups granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for a caramel-like flavor
  • 2 large eggs for vegan version, use flax eggs
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese full-fat cream cheese can substitute but will alter flavor
  • 1 cups heavy cream half-and-half can serve as a lighter alternative
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar adjust to taste for your preferred sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: in a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Gradually mix dry ingredients with butter-sugar mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm and centers remain soft.
  7. Cool cookies on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare frosting by beating mascarpone and heavy cream, then add powdered sugar to taste.
  9. Spread frosting on cooled cookies and dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature. For firmer texture, refrigerate for up to 7 days. Un-frosted cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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