This Tiramisu Blondies recipe is the newest coffee lovers’ go-to dessert. They are made with a buttery espresso blondie base and topped with a light and creamy whipped mascarpone frosting and a generous dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder.
It is a recipe that can be made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The best part is that it is so impressive without requiring an insane amount of work. Perfect for impressing all of your friends and family or just to enjoy a delicious sweet treat when the cravings hit!
Since you are here, you have to check out this almond croissant blondie recipe, this pecan chocolate chip ultra chewy blondies, as well as this brown butter strawberry blondies.
This is the best tiramisu blondies recipe
Creamy tiramisu is at the top of my luxurious dessert list and I’m sure it is on yours too! But sometimes I know we don’t all have the time or patience to make a whole tiramisu from scratch and that is why I wanted to turn it into another one of my favorite desserts, AKA a blondie but with tiramisu vibes.
This recipe consists of a super chewy espresso blondie base that is then topped with a light and airy mascarpone frosting, and then a generous dusting of cocoa powder. This way you get each component of a tiramisu (besides the lady fingers) in each bite! Continue reading to see exactly how we’re gonna make these
Ingredients for this delicious Tiramisu blondies recipe
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this delicious blondie recipe. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.
- Butter
- Brown sugar & granulated sugar
- Egg: We’re gonna use an egg at room temperature for this recipe.
- Vanilla extract
- Flour
- Cornstarch
- Baking powder: This is our leavening agent which will give the blondie base a little extra height.
- Espresso powder: We want our blondie base to have a pretty strong coffee flavor so I highly recommend using a good quality espresso powder mixed into the blondie batter to get that flavor.
- Cocoa powder: We will be using unsweetened cocoa powder. Make sure to use high-quality cocoa powder to get the best tiramisu flavor here as well.
For the Frosting
- Mascarpone cheese: We are using creamy mascarpone cheese to make the frosting to really give these cookies that tiramisu vibe.
- Heavy cream: For best results you have to make sure that the heavy cream is well chilled before adding it to the rest of the frosting ingredients. We want it to be cold so that it is easier to get stiff peaks in our frosting
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
How to make this delicious tiramisu blondies recipe
This is how you can make this easy dessert. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!
- First line a square pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix again.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients so all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder. Make sure not to overmix.
- Spread the blondie batter in the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven.
- Allow the blondies to cool down fully before frosting.
Mascarpone Topping
- In a separate bowl beat the mascarpone cheese until light and creamy.
- Add in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt and mix to combine.
- Pour in the heavy cream and whip until you get stiff peaks.
- Top the cooled blondies while still in the baking pan, dust with cocoa powder, and enjoy!
- You can also chill the blondies once frosted to get that perfect slice every time.
Why you need to make this recipe!
- This is the perfect recipe if you love a good traditional tiramisu but want it with a spin this time.
- You can make this recipe with simple ingredients plus mascarpone which you can get from your local grocery store.
- This recipe is so easy yet so impressive. Perfect to serve
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ
How to store this tiramisu blondies recipe?
You can store these blondies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze these blondies?
Absolutely! I like to flash-freeze the blondies first on a parchment-lined baking sheet then transfer those to an airtight container making sure to separate each layer with wax paper or parchment paper so they don’t stick.
Once you are ready to enjoy them, transfer the blondies to a flat surface and allow them to thaw before enjoying them.
Are these considered tiramisu brownies?
Since the blondie base doesn’t contain any chocolate, they aren’t technically tiramisu brownies. But feel free to use my other brownie recipe and add a little extra espresso powder then top with the same frosting as the one used here to get a delicious tiramisu coffee brownies vibe if you’d like!
Do tiramisu blondies contain alcohol?
Classic tiramisu contains alcohol, usually in the form of rum, coffee liqueur or Marsala wine. However, this tiramisu blondies recipe does not include alcohol. If you prefer, you can add some rum extract to the batter for a hint of rum flavor.
What are some fun mix-ins I can add to these tiramisu blondies recipe?
This recipe is made with mainly coffee flavoring but you can also add a few mix-ins into the batter. Here are my favorites:
Dark chocolate chunks
- White chocolate chips
- Walnuts, pecans, or chopped-up macadamia nuts
- Crushed-up coffee beans
Can I substitute the mascarpone cheese?
Mascarpone cheese is a key ingredient in tiramisu, but if you can’t find it or prefer a substitute, you can use cream cheese instead. The flavor and texture will be slightly different, but it will still be delicious.
Can I omit the coffee in this tiramisu blondies recipe?
Coffee flavour is a traditional flavor in tiramisu, so to get the actual tiramisu flavor in this recipe you won’t be able to omit it. I would recommend trying this pecan chocolate chip blondie recipe instead. Top it with the same frosting I used here if you’d like and enjoy!
Can I use regular coffee or regular espresso in this recipe?
Unfortunately, you cannot. If you add more moisture or liquid per se to this recipe you risk thinning out the batter too much and ending up with blondies that don’t bake properly in the oven.
The Best Tiramisu Blondies Recipe
Tiramisu blondie recipe
Ingredients
Coffee blondie frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 & ½ tablespoon instant espresso powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 & ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Mascarpone frosting
- 4 oz mascarpone cheese softened
- ½ cup heavy cream cold
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a pinch of salt
- cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
Make the blondies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper then set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Add the flour, salt, baking soda, cornstarch, and espresso powder, and stir until just combined. Do not over-mix. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly firm. Allow the blondies to cool down fully before frosting.
Make the frosting
- In a separate bowl beat the mascarpone cheese until light and creamy.
- Add in the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt and mix to combine. Pour in the heavy cream and whip until you get stiff peaks.
- Top the cooled blondies while still in the baking pan, dust with cocoa powder, and enjoy! You can also chill the blondies once frosted to get that perfect slice every time.
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Sandra Hussey
Made these for a friend that loves tiramisu, they did not disappoint. Great blondie! One thing, step 2 doesn’t tell you to add the granulated sugar. Will definitely make them again.
Chahinez
Thank you so much for catching that! And i’m so glad everyone enjoyed them 🙂