Tiramisu Sandwich Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cookies
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon instant espresso powder, dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
→ For the Mascarpone Filling
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4 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder, optional, for extra coffee flavor
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1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
→ For Garnish
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Cocoa powder, for dusting
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Chocolate shavings, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and dissolved espresso. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Drop 1-inch spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set. Let the cookies cool completely before filling.
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In a bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso powder until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until light and fluffy.
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Spread or pipe a generous amount of mascarpone filling onto the bottom of one cookie. Top with another cookie and press gently to create a sandwich. Lightly dust the tops with cocoa powder and optionally sprinkle with chocolate shavings. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for the best texture.
# Notes:
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Want a boozy twist? Add 1 teaspoon of Kahlúa or rum to the mascarpone filling.
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For extra softness, store cookies in an airtight container overnight—the filling will slightly soften them, just like tiramisu!
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Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.