Ingredients
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- 1 cup ladyfinger crumbs
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dissolve instant espresso powder in hot water and stir into the mascarpone mixture until combined.
- Gently fold in ladyfinger crumbs until evenly distributed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Scoop out small portions and roll into uniform balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
- Coat each truffle in cocoa powder thoroughly before placing on a lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for an additional 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Experiment with flavor variations by adding liqueurs or different toppings. Ensure proper chilling time so the truffles hold their shape when rolled.
