Tiramisu Pudding Cups: Little Jars of Espresso Dream
Ingredients
Serves 6 (in 6-oz jars or cups)
The Soul of the Layers
For the Coffee Soak:
→ 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled to room temp (not instant!)
→ 1 tbsp granulated sugar
→ 1 tbsp coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa) or ½ tsp vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
For the Cream:
→ 1 cup (240ml) cold heavy cream
→ 1 cup (8 oz) mascarpone cheese, room temperature (crucial for smoothness!)
→ ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar, sifted
→ 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
For Assembly:
→ 12 ladyfingers, broken into 1-inch pieces (Savoiardi style—crisp, not cakey!)
→ Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting (Dutch-process for richness!)
✅ Joye’s Pro Tips
Room-temp mascarpone beats like silk. Cold = lumps.
Brew coffee strong (2x strength) so flavor shines through cream.
Break ladyfingers by hand—no knife needed. Rustic = charming!
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Brew & Cool the Coffee (The Quiet Foundation)
→ Brew 1 cup strong coffee; cool completely.
→ Stir in sugar and liqueur (if using). Set aside.
✅ Tip: Pour coffee into a wide bowl—it cools faster.
2. Whip the Cloud Cream (With Gentle Hands)
