Tiramisu Easter Eggs
Indulge in the festive delight of Tiramisu Easter Eggs—chocolate shells filled with a rich, creamy tiramisu filling that combines coffee-soaked ladyfingers and luscious mascarpone. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these elegant treats are sure to impress your family and friends. With every bite, you’ll experience the classic flavors of tiramisu wrapped in a fun, Easter-themed package.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 Tiramisu Easter Eggs 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz dark chocolate (high-quality)
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese (fresh)
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 cup ladyfinger cookies (crushed)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate into egg-shaped molds, coating the insides evenly. Chill in the fridge for 15-20 minutes until hardened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and cooled espresso until smooth. Fold in crushed ladyfingers gently.
- Carefully remove chocolate shells from molds and fill each with the tiramisu mixture.
- Melt additional chocolate to cover the tops of the eggs and return to the fridge for another 10-15 minutes until set.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute mascarpone with cream cheese or add flavored liqueurs like amaretto for depth. Store Tiramisu Easter Eggs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.