Individual Tiramisu Recipe

Name: Individual Tiramisu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup half-and-half; 6 oz dark chocolate, roughly chopped; 2 None sponge cakes; 2 tbsp instant coffee granules, dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water; 1/3 cup coffee liqueur; 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp powdered gelatin, bloomed in 1 tbsp cold water for 5 mins; 13 oz mascarpone; None None cocoa powder, for dusting

Servings: persons

2/3 cup half-and-half
6 oz dark chocolate, roughly chopped
2 None sponge cakes
2 tbsp instant coffee granules, dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water
1/3 cup coffee liqueur
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp powdered gelatin, bloomed in 1 tbsp cold water for 5 mins
13 oz mascarpone
None None cocoa powder, for dusting

1
Grease a 6-cup muffin pan. Line recesses with plastic wrap.
2
For the chocolate ganache, bring half-and-half to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate. Distribute 1/2 the ganache between muffin recesses then chill for 20 mins. Reserve remaining ganache at room temperature.
3
Meanwhile, cut each sponge cake into 3 slices horizontally. Cut out 6 - 3 inch rounds and 6 x 2 3/4 inch rounds. Set aside.
4
Combine coffee and liqueur. Set aside.
5
Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla to soft peaks. Combine bloomed gelatin with 1/4 cup mascarpone and gently heat until gelatin melts. Fold into remaining mascarpone along with whipped cream. Spread 1/2 between muffin recesses.
6
Brush both sides of sponge cake rounds with coffee mixture. Arrange smaller rounds in muffin recesses. Spread remaining mascarpone mixture over top then cover with larger sponge rounds. Spread remaining ganache over top then chill for 3 hours, or preferably overnight.
7
Remove tiramisu from pan. Invert onto serving plates and discard plastic wrap. Dust with cocoa powder to serve.

485

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup half-and-half, 6 oz dark chocolate, roughly chopped, 2 None sponge cakes, 2 tbsp instant coffee granules, dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water, and more.

Yes, Individual Tiramisu falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Individual Tiramisu

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Variations & substitutions

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