Save to Pinterest Elegant bite-sized tiramisu served in mini glasses—perfect for parties or special occasions, featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa.
I love serving these mini tiramisu shots at gatherings because they are easy to eat and impress guests with their elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- Cream Layer: 250 g mascarpone cheese, 120 ml heavy cream, 50 g granulated sugar, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Coffee Mixture: 120 ml strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled, 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
- Assembly: 12-14 ladyfinger biscuits, cut to fit shot glasses, Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting, Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mascarpone, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Step 2:
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until medium peaks form.
- Step 3:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
- Step 4:
- In a shallow dish, combine espresso and coffee liqueur.
- Step 5:
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger piece into the coffee mixture (do not soak).
- Step 6:
- Place a dipped ladyfinger piece at the bottom of each shot glass.
- Step 7:
- Pipe or spoon a layer of mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
- Step 8:
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfinger and cream.
- Step 9:
- Smooth the tops and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Step 10:
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.
Save to Pinterest This recipe has become a family favorite especially for celebrations where everyone enjoys these small treats together.
Notes
Can be made up to 24 hours in advance for deeper flavor.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, Electric mixer or whisk, Piping bag or spoon, Shot glasses or mini dessert cups, Fine mesh sieve for dusting cocoa
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (mascarpone, cream), eggs (in ladyfingers), and gluten (ladyfingers). Some brands of ladyfingers may contain soy. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
Save to Pinterest These tiramisu shots offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every bite.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I prevent the ladyfingers from becoming too soggy?
Quickly dip the ladyfingers in the coffee mixture, avoiding soaking them. This keeps layers moist yet firm.
- → Can I prepare these shots in advance?
Yes, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours to allow flavors to meld and for the layers to set.
- → What can I use instead of coffee liqueur?
Omit the coffee liqueur or substitute with decaf coffee for an alcohol-free version without losing the coffee flavor.
- → How should I serve these tiramisu shots?
Chilled in mini glasses, garnished with cocoa powder and optional dark chocolate shavings for an elegant presentation.
- → Are these suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, these contain dairy and eggs but no meat products, making them suitable for most vegetarian diets.