Exquisite Tiramisu Cake Balls

Elevate your dessert game with these delightful cake balls infused with the luscious coffee flavor of tiramisu. Enjoy them as they are or elevate them further by coating them with rich chocolate, creating decadent cake pops.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Exquisite Tiramisu Cake Balls
1	pound cake mix
3	tablespoons water
2	eggs
1	tablespoon finely ground espresso
8	teaspoons coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua®)
3	tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1	cup mascarpone cheese
3	tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1	teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

• For Perfect Cake Base

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Ensure to generously grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, beat together the pound cake mix, water, and eggs on low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to medium speed for 3 minutes. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, approximately 50 minutes. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

• For Irresistible Tiramisu Flavors

  1. In a small bowl, combine the finely ground espresso, coffee liqueur, and brown sugar. In a separate bowl, mix together the mascarpone cheese, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla until smooth, then incorporate the espresso mixture.
  2. Crumble the pound cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Mix in the mascarpone mixture until no crumbs remain, using your hands if needed.
  3. Using a melon baller or spoon, form small balls of the mixture. Roll them into perfect balls and place them on a baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Aug 08, 2024