Gluten Free Tiramisu Brownies Recipe
These Gluten Free Tiramisu Brownies combine the rich, chocolatey goodness of classic brownies with the creamy, coffee-infused flavors of tiramisu. Perfectly moist and topped with a luscious mascarpone cream, this dessert is ideal for those craving an elegant, gluten-free treat.
- Author: Ava
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Brownie Base
- 1/2 cup gluten free all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon espresso powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Tiramisu Cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
For Garnish
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, which will give your brownies a rich texture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the gluten free flour, cocoa powder, and espresso powder, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Combine Batter: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a thick, uniform batter forms, taking care not to overmix which might affect the brownie texture.
- Bake Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare Mascarpone Cream: In a bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, creating the base for the tiramisu topping.
- Whip Cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks, which will give your topping a light and fluffy texture.
- Fold Cream into Mascarpone: Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture, taking care to maintain the airy texture.
- Add Espresso: Stir in the cooled brewed espresso to the cream mixture and gently fold until evenly combined, infusing the tiramisu cream with classic coffee flavor.
- Assemble and Chill: Spread the tiramisu cream evenly over the cooled brownies and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cream to set.
- Serve: Just before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder. Slice into 9 squares and serve chilled for a decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Make sure the brewed espresso is completely cooled before adding to prevent curdling the mascarpone cream.
- For best results, chill the whipping cream and the mixing bowl prior to whipping.
- You can use any gluten free all-purpose flour blend suitable for baking.
- If mascarpone cheese is unavailable, substitute with cream cheese for a slightly different but delicious flavor.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
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