"Indulgent Tiramisu Cupcakes made with a vanilla cake and espresso cake base, a rich and fluffy mascarpone frosting, and kissed atop with a dusting of deep cocoa...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 cups (213g) all-purpose flour ((scoop and level to measure))
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1 1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/4 tsp salt
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8 Tbsp (113g) unsalted butter, (brought to room temperature)
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3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp (175g) granulated sugar
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1 large egg, (brought to room temperature)
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2 large egg yolks, (brought to room temperature)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/3 cup (80ml) milk, (brought to room temperature)
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1/3 cup (80l) buttermilk, (brought to room temperature)
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1 1/2 Tbsp instant espresso powder ((I like Medaglia D'oro brand))
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8 oz. mascarpone ((I use BelGioioso for consistency))
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2/3 cup (80g) powdered sugar
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1 cup (235ml) heavy cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 Tbsp cocoa powder, (Dutch process or regular unsweetened)