Tiramisu Brownies - Fancy Fun Unique Italian Desserts for Cozy Evening

If you’ve ever found yourself torn between baking a pan of fudgy brownies or indulging in a classic Italian tiramisu… why not enjoy both at once? Tiramisu Brownies are the ultimate dessert mash-up, and yes — they’re as irresistible as they sound. Think ABSOLUTE DECADENCE: a rich, espresso-kissed brownie base topped with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and a silky mascarpone layer that feels like dessert first class.

This treat hits the sweet spot for Comfort Dessert Recipes. Cozy night in? Perfect. Hosting friends? These make show-stopping Fancy Brownie Desserts without the stress. They look stunning, taste luxurious, and still deliver that warm, familiar brownie comfort. Basically, if desserts had personality, this one would be “effortlessly glamorous but still down to earth.”

So what’s the magic? It starts with a fudgy brownie layer that bursts with chocolate flavor and a subtle espresso boost — just enough to intensify the cocoa without turning it into a coffee overload. Add in coffee-soaked ladyfingers for an authentic tiramisu twist, then finish with a whipped mascarpone topping that gives those true Tiramisu Bars vibes. Suddenly, you’ve got Italian Brownies that look bakery-made but didn’t require a pastry degree. FYI: a little cocoa dusting on top goes a long way.

These also work beautifully as Family Style Desserts or classy Sweet Party Food. Bring them to gatherings, potlucks, or even as thoughtful Sympathy Desserts when a little comfort goes a long way.

Want to make yours pop? Chill before slicing for clean layers, keep the brownies fudgy (not cakey!), and don’t be afraid to call them Fun Unique Desserts — because they totally are.

Ready to dig in? One bite and you’ll see why these Over The Top Brownies are about to become your new signature treat.

Tiramisu Brownies - Fancy Fun Unique Italian Desserts for Cozy Evening

Author: Aleda | Total Time: 2 hours 57 minutes | Yield: 9 large brownie bars | Category: Dessert

Indulge in layers of chocolatey richness and coffee-soaked goodness with these irresistible Tiramisu Bars. A fudgy brownie base, a delicate layer of coffee-dipped ladyfingers, and a cloud of whipped mascarpone cream come together for Fun Unique Desserts you’ll want to share… or not.

Ingredients

For the espresso brownie layer:

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 6 oz (170g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 tablespoon espresso powder
• 1 ¼ cups (250g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ½ cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour

For the coffee-dipped ladyfingers:

• ⅔ cup (160mL) boiling water
• 1 tablespoon espresso powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 12 Savoiardi ladyfingers

For the mascarpone topping:

• 8 oz (225g) cold mascarpone cheese
• ⅓ cup (45g) powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240mL) cold heavy whipping cream
• Cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

1. Bake the espresso brownies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch pan and line with parchment paper, leaving a bit overhanging for easy removal later.
   Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to sizzle. Remove from heat, then stir in chopped chocolate and espresso powder until silky smooth.
   Transfer the mixture to a large bowl, add sugar, and whisk (the mix may look grainy — that’s normal!). Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, vegetable oil, cocoa, and salt. Finally, fold in the flour until just combined — don’t overmix!
   Pour the batter into the pan and smooth evenly. Bake 27–32 minutes, until the top looks set and a skewer comes out with fudgy crumbs. Cool completely before adding the next layers.
2. Prepare the coffee-dipped ladyfingers: In a shallow dish, stir together boiling water, espresso powder, and sugar. Let cool. Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the coffee mixture for about a second — just enough to soak, not soggy — then layer them over the cooled brownie. Trim edges if needed.
3. Make the mascarpone cream topping: Whip mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually pour in the cold heavy cream while mixing on low, pausing occasionally to scrape the bowl. Increase speed and whip until stiff peaks form.
   Spread the cream over the ladyfinger layer. Chill for at least 1 hour to set. Dust with cocoa powder, slice, and serve.
   Pro Tip: For clean slices, use a hot, dry knife between cuts. These are perfect as Family Style Desserts, Sympathy Desserts, or any Over The Top Brownies occasion.

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