Tiramisu Espresso Cookies Fusion (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Dough

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
09 - 1 tablespoon hot water

→ Mascarpone Filling

10 - 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
11 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
12 - 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur

→ Finishing

13 - 1/4 cup cocoa powder, for dusting

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy in texture.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
05 - Dissolve instant coffee granules in hot water, then blend into the butter and egg mixture until fully incorporated.
06 - Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, allowing approximately 2 inches between portions.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers are still soft.
09 - Remove from oven and let cookies rest on baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
10 - In a mixing bowl, beat mascarpone cheese with heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
11 - Add coffee liqueur to mascarpone mixture and continue blending until evenly combined.
12 - Spread mascarpone filling generously onto the bottom of one cookie and sandwich with a second cookie.
13 - Sift cocoa powder over the tops of assembled cookies. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the filling.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, ensure butter is softened prior to creaming to achieve a light, fluffy texture.
02 - To intensify coffee flavor, increase the instant coffee by 1 teaspoon.
03 - Cream cheese can substitute mascarpone, but will alter the overall taste.
04 - Avoid overmixing the dough to maintain cookie tenderness.
05 - Allowing cookies to chill enhances the taste and sets the filling more firmly.

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