Espresso Shot Tiramisu is for the daring coffee lover who wants to take dessert to the next level. Forget the basic version—this one’s a bold, caffeinated masterpiece. Layers of rich mascarpone cream and espresso-soaked ladyfingers are topped with a final shot of espresso. Yes, it’s as intense as it sounds, but that’s the point. It’s the perfect dessert for those who thrive on coffee (and a little indulgence). This isn’t a “fancy” dessert; this is the kind of treat that’ll have you rethinking your entire relationship with tiramisu. Go ahead, take a shot.

Espresso Shot Tiramisu
A bold take on traditional tiramisu, with espresso shots to give you that extra jolt of flavor and energy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso or 2 shots espresso
- 1 ½ cups mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 24 ladyfingers
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Espresso: Brew the espresso or make two shots of espresso. Let it cool down.
- Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Mix Mascarpone: In another bowl, mix mascarpone cheese until smooth.
- Combine: Fold whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture gently.
- Soak Ladyfingers: Dip ladyfingers one by one in cooled espresso. Do not soak them too long.
- Layer: In a 9×9-inch baking dish, layer soaked ladyfingers, then mascarpone mixture. Repeat the layers.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Serve: Dust with cocoa powder before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 3%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Magnesium: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For more intense flavor, drizzle some coffee liqueur over the soaked ladyfingers.
- Don’t skimp on the espresso—it’s the heart of the dessert!
- Chill the tiramisu for at least 4 hours, but overnight is even better.
- For a decadent touch, add grated chocolate on top along with cocoa powder.
- Make it ahead of time for a stress-free dessert option.