Last Updated on August 9, 2022
In just six steps, you can complete this delicious Tiramisu Balls Recipe. Not only that, but this recipe is so easy that you don’t have to bake it! The best part about this chocolatey espresso dessert is how satisfying it is. You can easily enjoy the truffle with a fresh cup of coffee or white milk.
This Tiramisu Balls Recipe also only takes about 10 minutes to complete, 15 minutes if you want to add decorations and toppings to the dessert. Although you do not have to bake the tiramisu dessert, you will need to refrigerate the tiramisu bites/balls.
What Is A tiramisu Dessert?
Tiramisu is an Italian dessert that has been around for about 200 years. Historians can trace back this chocolatey espresso dessert to the 1800s, but there are not a lot of specifics. Unlike most popular desserts, tiramisu did not thrive until almost the 20th century.
While the dish was created in Italy by a pastry maker in Treviso, a smaller city in Italy. The pastry was served in this city and the original name was ‘Tireme su’ which translates to ‘Pick Me Up’. The true origins on tiramisu were hidden until the 1980s, when Italian restaurants in north America began serving the delicious sweet.
What Are Tiramisu Balls?
Tiramisu desserts are usually layered desserts that use mascarpone cream, espresso, cocoa powder, sugar, and eggs. Taking these same ingredients, you can mold and create tiramisu balls that taste scrumptious. The balls we will be making do not contain dangerous ingredients like raw eggs, though.
How To Make Your Own Unique Tiramisu Desserts
There are so many variations to tiramisu that it can he hard to choose one. For instance, tiramisu balls are made with the same ingredients, but they are rolled into the shape of a ball and baked or refrigerated to keep the texture and thickness.
To add your own twist to these desserts, you can make other sweets like chocolate bars with tiramisu flavoring, tiramisu milkshakes, and more.
What You Will Need To Make This Yummy Tiramisu Balls Recipe
Ingredients
- 10-12 lady fingers
- 1/2 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of smooth mascarpone
- 2 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of dark and strong espresso
Optional Ingredients
These ingredients are just suggestions if you want to roll your tiramisu balls with chocolate and other decorative sweet foods.
- 4 ounces of milk chocolate
- 2 ounces of dark chocolate
I know quite a few people who do not like dark chocolate. For our tiramisu balls recipe, you can substitute with your favorite type of chocolate like white chocolate.
- 1 tablespoon of mini sprinkles
- 1 tablespoon of coconut shavings
Equipment
- blender
- glass bowl
- fridge
- mini ice cream scooper
- non-stick spray
- microwavable bowl
- microwave
- large spoon
- plastic wrap
Step By Step Instructions For Our tiramisu Balls Recipe
Step 1: Process and Blend the Ladyfingers
During the first step in this tiramisu balls recipe, you will blend or process the ladyfingers. I like using a blender since it is versatile and simple to use. Don’t stop blending until the ladyfingers turn into a fine and thin powder, like flour but slightly grittier.
Step 2: Slowly Mix in the Rest of the Dough Ingredients
In the second step, you will slowly blend in the rest of the ingredients. Keep in mind that the dough will thicken soon with the more ingredients you add into the blender. Do this step as slowly as possible. Adding all the ingredients together can cause a sticky and thick dough that sticks to the inside of the blender.
Step 3: Place Dough in the Fridge for 3 Hours and 30 Minutes
Once the dough is complete, scoop it out into a large glass bowl using a scraper. Silicone scrapers are a great option for baking as they do not harm non-stick pans and glass. Cover the glass bowl and the dough with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for the dough to settle for a minimum of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Step 4: Roll the Dough into Balls
Once the dough has settled and is thick, wash your hands and pick a clean working station. Spray non-stick spray onto your hands and using a mini ice cream scooper, gather small amounts of the dough. Roll the dough into a ball shape as much as possible.
Step 5 (optional): Melt the Chocolate
Once you complete the fourth step in this tiramisu balls recipe, you are done! But, if you are a chocolate lover and want to add more to your delicious tiramisu, melt the chocolate in a microwavable safe bowl.
Step 6 (optional): Decorate and Add Toppings
Roll your dough into the melted chocolate. Sprinkle the rest of the ingredients like sprinkles, chocolate shavings, mini marshmallows, cocoa powder, and shredded coconut bits. It will stick and dry to the melted chocolate as it cools.
Tips And Tricks For Making This Tiramisu Balls Recipe
With how simple and efficient this delicious tiramisu balls recipe is, I don’t have a lot of advice for you. However, if you want to have a truffle that is stuffed with mascarpone or espresso liqueur, you can make a few changes to our recipe. In the dough, as you roll it out flat before rolling it into a ball, pour the liquor or cream.
Serving And Preparation Time For This Tiramisu Balls Recipe
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Cook Time |
Preparation Time |
Serving Size |
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0 minutes |
10-15 Minutes |
12-14 tiramissu truffles |
All in all, it is really easy to follow along with this tiramisu balls recipe. The delicious chocolates are sweet and melt into your mouth. Enjoying bite-sized tiramisu desserts with milk or coffee sounds like a great time! When you are done making this recipe, you will have about 12 to 14 tiramisu truffles to enjoy.
Keep in mind, though, that there are many variations to this recipe. What do you think about our tiramisu balls recipe? If you have any questions or suggestions, don’t be afraid to comment them down below. Know anyone wanting to make tiramisu inspired desserts? Share our tiramisu balls recipe with them to follow along!
FAQs
Can you make truffles with mascarpone?
You can make truffles using mascarpone, but you will need a 'flour' like ingredient like crushed and ground lady fingers to thicken the dough.
What is mascarpone truffle?
A mascarpone truffle is a chocolate candy that is made with a mascarpone filling or dough. It is naturally sweet and smooth.
What does truffle mascarpone taste like?
A truffle mascarpone tastes like a chocolate truffle with hints of light cream cheese that is slightly tangy.
Do they use ladyfinger in truffles?
Yes! When you make tiramisu inspired truffles, you also use ladyfingers as the dough and sometimes for decoarations and sweet toppings.
Tiramisu Balls Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
- glass bowl
- Fridge
- mini ice cream scooper
- non-stick spray
- microwavable bowl
- microwave
- Large Spoon
- Plastic Wrap
Ingredients
- 10-12 lady fingers
- 1/2 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of smooth mascarpone
- 2 tablespoons of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of dark and strong espresso
Optional Ingredients
- These ingredients are just suggestions if you want to roll your tiramisu balls with chocolate and other decorative sweet foods.
- 4 ounces of milk chocolate
- 2 ounces of dark chocolate
- I know quite a few people who do not like dark chocolate. For our tiramisu balls recipe you can substitute with your favorite type of chocolate like white chocolate.
- 1 tablespoon of mini sprinkles
- 1 tablespoon of coconut shavings
Instructions
- During the first step in this tiramisu balls recipe, you will blend or process the ladyfingers. I like using a blender since it is versatile and simple to use. Don't stop blending until the ladyfingers turn into a fine and thin powder, like flour but slightly grittier.
- In the second step, you will slowly blend in the rest of the ingredients. Keep in mind that the dough will thicken soon with the more ingredients you add into the blender. Do this step as slowly as possible. Adding all the ingredients together can cause a sticky and thick dough that sticks to the inside of the blender.
- Once the dough is complete, scoop it out into a large glass bowl using a scraper. Silicone scrapers are a great option for baking as they do not harm non-stick pans and glass. Cover the glass bowl and the dough with plastic wrap and store in the fridge for the dough to settle for a minimum of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
- Once the dough has settled and is thick, wash your hands and pick a clean working station. Spray non-stick spray onto your hands and using a mini ice cream scooper, gather small amounts of the dough. Roll the dough into a ball shape as much as possible.
- Once you complete the fourth step in this tiramisu balls recipe, you are done! But, if you are a chocolate lover and want to add more to your delicious tiramisu, melt the chocolate in a microwavable safe bowl.
- Roll your dough into the melted chocolate. Sprinkle the rest of the ingredients like sprinkles, chocolate shavings, mini marshmallows, cocoa powder, and shredded coconut bits. It will stick and dry to the melted chocolate as it cools.
Notes
- With how simple and efficient this delicious tiramisu balls recipe is, I don't have a lot of advice for you. However, if you want to have a truffle that is stuffed with mascarpone or espresso liqueur, you can make a few changes to our recipe. In the dough, as you roll it out flat before rolling it into a ball, pour the liquor or cream.