☕🍫 Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone pudding, and a dusting of cocoa—all in a convenient single-serving cup! This simplified tiramisu requires no baking, no fuss, and delivers restaurant-quality elegance in minutes.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No baking required – Perfect for hot days or last-minute guests
✔ Individual portions – No messy slicing, great for parties
✔ Authentic tiramisu flavor – Coffee, mascarpone, and cocoa magic
✔ Make-ahead friendly – Tastes even better after chilling
📝 Ingredients (Makes 4-6 cups)
For the Coffee Soak
1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
2 tbsp coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa, optional)
1 tbsp sugar
For the Mascarpone Pudding
8 oz mascarpone cheese, softened
1 cup heavy cream, cold
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
For Assembly
12-16 ladyfinger cookies (Savoiardi)
Cocoa powder for dusting
Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Coffee Soak
Stir cooled coffee, coffee liqueur (if using), and sugar until dissolved.
2. Make the Pudding
In a large bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
In another bowl, beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture.
3. Assemble the Cups
Dip ladyfingers briefly in coffee soak (1-2 seconds per side).
Break into pieces and layer in the bottom of cups/glasses.
Add a layer of mascarpone pudding.
Repeat layers, ending with pudding.
4. Chill and Serve
Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight).
Dust with cocoa powder and chocolate shavings before serving.
💡 Pro Tips for the Best Tiramisu Cups
✅ Don’t oversoak ladyfingers – They turn mushy quickly!
✅ Use cold cream – Whips up lighter and faster.
✅ Make it non-alcoholic – Replace liqueur with extra coffee.
✅ Layer in clear glasses – Show off those beautiful layers!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
After Italian dinners – The perfect finale
For brunch – Surprisingly great with coffee
As a fancy snack – Impress yourself anytime