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    Published: Jul 16, 2021 · Modified: Jan 31, 2022 by Amanda · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

    Tiramisu Brownies

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    brownies layered with ladyfingers and cheesecake
    stack of cheesecake brownies with chocolate chips

    These tiramisu brownies are the best decadent dessert mash-up. Rich chocolate brownie is layered with coffee and rum-soaked ladyfingers and topped with a creamy cheesecake topping and mini chocolate chips.

    stack of tiramisu layered brownies with cheesecake, coffee and rum soaked lady fingers and chocolate chips this recipe!

    This post was originally published in October 2020 and has been updated for content.

    Tiramisu is one of my favorite desserts. I love the mix of creamy mascarpone filling with the flavor of both coffee and chocolate.

    These tiramisu brownies have all of the elements of the classic dish but with the addition of extra chocolate and cheesecake layers. Pair this decadent dessert with your favorite pasta with homemade alfredo sauce, italian flatbread pizzas or slow cooker minestrone soup!

    Jump to:
    • 🍫 Ingredient notes
    • 🥣 Step by step instructions
    • ⭐ Expert tips
    • ⏲️ Make ahead and storage suggestions
    • 🧁 More dessert recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍫 Ingredient notes

    • Dipping Mixture - This coffee and rum combination is the classic "dip" for ladyfingers in tiramisu. This mixture will not only be used to flavor both the brownies and cheesecake layers, but will also be used to dip the ladyfingers in. If you don't have rum or don't want to bake with alcohol, vanilla extract or extra coffee can be substituted instead.
    • Ladyfingers - Ladyfingers are a light crispy biscuit type cookie that are dipped in the coffee and rum mixture and provide a soft sponge like layer to these tiramisu brownies. They can be found in most grocery or specialty food stores or they can also be purchased online.
    • Mascarpone Cheese - Mascarpone is a creamy Italian cheese that is similar to cream cheese. It has a more buttery, mild flavor that pairs with the cream cheese to make the cheesecake layer in these tiramisu brownies. If you cannot locate mascarpone cheese, extra cream cheese can be used instead.

    🥣 Step by step instructions

    First, mix together the coffee and rum to make the dipping mixture. Then, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs and some of the dipping mixture. Sift in the dry ingredients and mix the batter until things are just incorporated.

    coffee rum liquid in a bowl and whisk mixing brownie batter in a bowl

    In another bowl, mix together the mascarpone and cream cheeses with a hand mixer until they are smooth and creamy. Add in the sugar, eggs, and a little bit of the dipping mixture and continue to mix until smooth.

    Pour the brownie batter into the bottom of a 9" square pan that has been lined with parchment paper and sprayed with baking spray.

    hand mixer next to a mixing bowl filled with cheesecake filling and brownie batter in pan

    Next, dip the ladyfingers briefly into the dipping mixture and then lay them onto the brownie layer. Pour the cheesecake filling on top of the ladyfingers and sprinkle the top of the cheesecake with the chocolate chips.

    ladyfingers on brownie batter in a square pan and cheesecake filling layered with chocolate chips

    Bake the tiramisu brownies in a 325˚ oven for 45-60 minutes until they are lightly browned and only slightly jiggly in the middle. Allow the brownies to cool for 30 minutes at room temperature and then place them in the refrigerator to chill for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight for best results before slicing and serving!

    baked cheesecake brownies topped with chocolate chips and brownies cut into 9 squares

    ⭐ Expert tips

    • Make sure to line the pan with parchment paper and spray it with baking spray to easily lift the brownies out of the pan for slicing.
    • Make sure both the mascarpone and cream cheese are room temperature so they easily mix together for a creamy filling.
    • Scrape down the sides of the bowl during mixing for both brownie and cheesecake layers to make sure all of the ingredients are well incorporated.
    • When dipping the ladyfingers, let them soak up the liquid, but don't leave them in the liquid for too long or they will fall apart.
    • Make sure to completely chill the tiramisu brownies after cooking so they set up and are easy to slice and serve. About 4 hours should work, but overnight will give the best results.

    ⏲️ Make ahead and storage suggestions

    These tiramisu brownies are best when made ahead and chilled overnight. Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and will keep for 3-5 days.

    🧁 More dessert recipes

    If you loved this recipe for tiramisu brownies, check out these other dessert recipes that I know you will love too!

    • Raspberry Cannoli Cupcakes
    • Italian Lemon Olive Oil Cake
    • Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler

    Don't forget! If you make this recipe, be sure to leave a comment and give it a rating. I love to hear from each and every one of you! Tag me on Facebook and Instagram as well! It makes my day to see all of your photos of the food you have made.

    📖 Recipe

    brownie layered with cheesecake and ladyfinger filling

    Tiramisu Brownies

    Amanda
    These decadent tiramisu brownies are the best dessert mash-up. Rich chocolate brownie is layered with coffee and rum-soaked ladyfingers and topped with a creamy cheesecake topping and mini chocolate chips.
    4.75 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Chilling Time 4 hrs 30 mins
    Total Time 5 hrs 55 mins
    Course desserts
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 16 servings
    Calories 315 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Dipping Mixture

    • 1 cup strongly brewed coffee or espresso
    • ¼ cup dark rum

    Brownie Layer

    • ½ cup melted butter cooled
    • 1 Tablespoon dipping mixture see recipe above
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 cup white granulated sugar
    • ⅓ cup cocoa powder
    • ½ cup all purpose flour
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

    Cheesecake Topping

    • 8 oz mascarpone cheese room temperature
    • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
    • ½ cup white granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 Tablespoons dipping mixture see recipe above

    Assembly

    • 8 ladyfingers
    • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips

    Instructions
     

    Dipping Mixture

    • In a shallow dish or bowl, combine the coffee and rum together and set aside.

    Brownie Layer

    • In a mixing bowl, combine butter, dipping mixture, and eggs and whisk to combine.
    • Sift in sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until dry ingredients are just combined into the wet ingredients. Set aside.

    Cheesecake Topping

    • In a separate mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese and cream cheese and mix on medium speed using a hand mixer for 2 minutes until creamy and smooth. Add in sugar, eggs, and dipping mixture and beat on medium for another 2 minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl and continue to mix for 1 more minute making sure all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Set aside.

    Assembly

    • Preheat the oven to 325˚ and line a 9" square pan with parchment paper and spray with baking spray.
    • Pour the brownie batter into the bottom of the prepared cake pan and smooth it into an even layer.
    • Working one at a time, briefly dip each ladyfinger into the dipping mixture and place it in a single layer on top of the brownie batter. Break ladyfingers in half if needed to fit evenly into the pan.
    • Next, pour finished cheesecake batter on top of the dipped ladyfingers and smooth it into an even layer. Sprinkle the top of the cheesecake batter with the mini chocolate chips.
    • Bake brownies in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes until the top is lightly browned and the cheesecake only slightly jiggles when the pan is shaken. 
    • Remove brownies from the oven and cool for 30 minutes on the stovetop. Move to the refrigerator and let chill for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight for best results.
    • Cut brownies into 9 or 16 pieces and serve.

    Notes

    • Make sure to line the pan with parchment paper and spray it with baking spray to easily lift the brownies out of the pan for slicing.
    • Bring the mascarpone and cream cheese are room temperature so they easily mix together for a creamy filling.
    • Scrape down the sides of the bowl during mixing for both brownie and cheesecake layers to make sure all of the ingredients are well incorporated.
    • When dipping the ladyfingers, let them soak up the liquid, but don't leave them in the liquid for too long or they will fall apart.
    • Make sure to completely chill the brownies after cooking so they set up and are easy to slice and serve. About 4 hours should work, but overnight will give the best results.
    • Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and will keep for 3-5 days.
     

    Substitutions and Variations

    • Dipping Mixture - This coffee rum mixture will not only be used to flavor both the brownies and cheesecake layers, but will be used to dip the ladyfingers in. Vanilla extract or extra coffee can be substituted in place of the rum, if desired.
    • Mascarpone Cheese - Mascarpone is a creamy Italian cheese that is similar to cream cheese. It has a more buttery, mild flavor that pairs with cream cheese to make this cheesecake layer in these brownies. Extra cream cheese can be used as a substitute if needed.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1brownieCalories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 176mgPotassium: 84mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 670IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Gina says

      September 03, 2021 at 7:35 pm

      What is dipping mixture?

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        September 03, 2021 at 7:46 pm

        Hi Gina, it's listed first in the recipe and is comprised of 1 cup strongly brewed coffee or espresso and ¼ cup dark rum. That is mixed together and used in the brownies, cheesecake and to dip the ladyfingers in.

        Reply
        • Gina says

          September 03, 2021 at 11:20 pm

          Thanks!

    2. Anaiah says

      July 31, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      5 stars
      WHAT!! All of my favorite desserts in one!? These tiramisu cheesecake brownies are the best idea ever!

      Reply
    3. Linda says

      July 19, 2021 at 9:43 pm

      5 stars
      Love these cheesecake brownies and who can say no to amazing dessert like this

      Reply
    4. Oscar says

      July 19, 2021 at 6:26 pm

      5 stars
      These look amazing. Tiramisu is my favourite dessert. Saving this recipe.

      Reply
    5. Chef Dennis says

      July 19, 2021 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      My wife super loved this recipe! She wants more!

      Reply
    6. Amy says

      July 19, 2021 at 2:16 am

      5 stars
      Oh yum! The 2 things I love the most. Definitely trying it this weekend.

      Reply
    7. Jeannie says

      July 19, 2021 at 12:15 am

      5 stars
      Its so decadent! I love the combination of these 3 in one slice.

      Reply
    8. Kay says

      July 19, 2021 at 12:11 am

      5 stars
      What a fabulous idea for coffee lovers, they look amazing!

      Reply
    9. Lexa says

      July 18, 2021 at 8:27 pm

      5 stars
      What an amazing idea this is! Tiramisu Brownies!! We are so going to make these.

      Reply
    10. Alexandra says

      July 18, 2021 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious sweet treat - you have combined all of my favourite things!

      Reply

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