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Tiramisu brownies

June 18, 2012 by Roxana 75 Comments

All the delicious flavors of Tiramisu swirled with a rich chocolate brownie to make these hard to resist Tiramisu Brownies

Tiramisu Brownies

Ever since I saw the movie “The Holiday” I’m wondering if there are actually places that let you swap the house for a few days to a week.

I love day-dreaming there are places like that and one day I pack a backpack and switch house with an Italian or even a French family. I don’t speak Italian or French but I love cheese and that’s a great reason to visit, don’t you think? Plus the French pastries, oh my, the flaky buttery pastries.

Croissants, brie, crème fraiche, mascarpone, tiramisu

Tiramisu Brownies

I’m totally against eating raw eggs but I have a weakness for Tiramisu. I love the creamy filling, the coffee flavor, the slight crunch bite from the airy lady fingers.

When I saw the recipe for Tiramisu brownies in a Taste of Home magazine I knew I had to make it. Usually their printed recipes are found on their website and just like the others who have tried it I had a hard time spreading the filling over  the creamy cheesy filling. It was good, just not as pretty as they show it.

A few weeks ago I decided to give it another try, this time putting my own twist on it.

Tiramisu Brownies

This time I cut the eggs and sugar, saved just a little bit of the brownie batter to make a light swirl with the cheesy filling.

I loved it!

The brownie is dense and fudge-y, with a deep chocolate flavor, the mascarpone filling is light, creamy and the top brownie swirl gets a soft crust while baking.

It’s a perfect afternoon or after dinner treat, perfect for parties (served it at a baby shower few weeks ago and everyone was ohh and ahhh about it).

Is there any possible way to go wrong with chocolate? I don’t think there is.

Tiramisu Brownies

Tiramisu brownies

Yields a 13X9 inch baking pan

Rich fudgy chocolate brownie swirled with light creamy mascarpone filling.

30 minPrep Time

50 minCook Time

2 hrTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz (Hershey's) chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 whole eggs
  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 cup (King Arthur Flour) cake flour*
  • 1/4 cup (Nescafe) instant coffee granules/powder
  • 16 oz Mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 4 egg whites
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl melt the chocolate. Stir until smooth and leave it to cool.
  2. Heat the oven to 350F. Line a 13X9 baking pan with paper. I used the pan liner paper from Reynolds.
  3. Add the melted chocolate to the mixing bowl fitted with the paddle attachment on. Beat in the butter followed by 1 cup of sugar and the 4 eggs and 4 egg whites.
  4. Add the instant coffee followed by the flour. Mix on low speed until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan minus 1 cup of brownie batter.
  5. In another bowl combine the mascarpone cheese with 1/4 cup sugar, 4 egg whites and vanilla extract.
  6. Spread the cheese mixture on top of the brownie batter.
  7. Place spoonful of the remaing brownie batter on top of the creamy filling and swirl it lightly with a fork.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set and brownies begin to pull away from sides of pan. Cool completely in the pan before slicing it.
  9. Enjoy!

Notes

If you don't have cake flour you can make your own by placing two tablespoons of cornstarch in a one-cup measure. Fill the rest of the cup with all-purpose flour. Sift together and use it.

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  1. The Mom Chef ~ Taking on Magazines One Recipe at a Time says

    June 18, 2012 at 9:12 am

    Did you know that Tiramisu is Hubby's absolute favorite dessert? I bet he'd adore these, especially with your changes. They look amazing I'd switch houses with an Italian family in a heartbeat. The only issue is that I'd never give them their home back. :)
    Reply
  2. Danavee says

    June 18, 2012 at 9:38 am

    PINNING!!!!!!!!!
    Reply
  3. Maureen (@OrgasmicChef) says

    June 18, 2012 at 9:38 am

    I had no idea that's how you make cake flour. You're a font of knowledge! These brownies look smashing!
    Reply
  4. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

    June 18, 2012 at 10:46 am

    YUM!!!! I love these brownies, they look creamy, fudgy, and just plain good!
    Reply
  5. Mihaela says

    June 18, 2012 at 11:11 am

    I totally love these! Do you want to do house swap? I can leave some cupcakes behind, if I find some of those in yours :))
    Reply
  6. Marina / Yummy Mummy (@yummymummyblog) says

    June 18, 2012 at 11:18 am

    This is genius! Yum! I love both brownies and tiramisu!
    Reply
  7. Angie@Angie's Recipes says

    June 18, 2012 at 1:01 pm

    These brownies look to die for, Roxana!
    Reply
  8. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    June 18, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    These look amazing, I'd much prefer one of these brownies to actual Tiramisu!
    Reply
  9. Meghan says

    June 18, 2012 at 5:13 pm

    I can't think of a better pairing! They look gorgeous, Roxana!
    Reply
  10. Janet Rudolph @ DyingforChocolate says

    June 18, 2012 at 7:07 pm

    Fabulous.. Brownies & Tiramisu... great combination.. terrific photos.
    Reply
  11. Jessica Maher (@kbelleicious) says

    June 18, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    i remember thinking the same thing when I saw the movie for the fist time. I think I even googled about it. Anyway- these brownies are amazing. tiramisu is one of my favorite desserts so these brownies are hitting the spot
    Reply
  12. Jennifer Laceda (@jenlaceda) says

    June 18, 2012 at 11:42 pm

    This recipe is a keeper! I think this is one of my favourite posts / recipe of yours! Me too, I don't like raw eggs, so thanks for tweaking the recipe!
    Reply
  13. Liz says

    June 19, 2012 at 5:30 am

    My oldest loves anything "tiramisu." I'm definitely making these!!! Thanks, Roxana!
    Reply
  14. Baker Street (@bakerstreet29) says

    June 19, 2012 at 9:15 am

    Oh wow! This is everything I imagined it to be! Fabulous recipe, Roxane!
    Reply
  15. Leslie @ La Cocina de Leslie says

    June 19, 2012 at 9:19 am

    I love "The Holiday" and have often wondered the same thing. My love of cheese and pastries is one of the main reasons I would love to swap homes with a family in Italy or France. But after seeing these gorgeous brownies, I think I'll just go to your house. :)
    Reply
  16. Ally says

    June 19, 2012 at 12:36 pm

    these wold be a huge hit at any potluck or party! xo http://allykayler.blogspot.ca/
    Reply
  17. Sandra (@SECooking) says

    June 19, 2012 at 2:12 pm

    How did I miss these...? OMG those look amazing Roxy..picture perfect!
    Reply
  18. Richa@HobbyandMore says

    June 19, 2012 at 7:10 pm

    These look absolutely gorgeous and a fun idea! droooool
    Reply
  19. bazee says

    June 20, 2012 at 6:15 pm

    Oh man. My favorite dessert is Tiramisu, and my fiancee loves it, too. His favorite is brownies. And I love them, too. This could be our perfect dessert! I can't wait to surprise him with it.
    Reply
  20. Vanessa @FrenchFoodieMom says

    June 20, 2012 at 11:15 pm

    These are absolutely foodgasmic. I gained weight just looking at all your gorgeous shots.
    Reply
  21. Lisa { AuthenticSuburbanGourmet } says

    June 21, 2012 at 8:48 am

    I enjoy tiramisu but in a brownie, now this is supurb! They look wonderful and just wish I had one to start the day with. Lovely!!!
    Reply
  22. Elle says

    June 21, 2012 at 10:13 am

    These. Want. Now! Not only pretty to look at, but I know they must taste so damn good! The Holiday? Loved that movie. How sweet was Jack Black? ;)
    Reply
  23. Melissa @ Treats With a Twist says

    June 21, 2012 at 11:24 am

    These look amazing. (I think you mean to "pour" the batter) Can't wait to try some because I've been craving brownies lately :)
    Reply
    • RoxanaGreenGirl says

      June 22, 2012 at 3:54 pm

      Hi Melissa, Thanks for pointing out my typo. Oops :)
      Reply
  24. Patty says

    June 21, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    Roxana, you've been baking up a storm and some really good looking goodies are coming out of your kitchen and on to the pages of your blog! These tiramisu brownies look like a brownie recipe to put in the recipe files for a later date, thanks for sharing;-)
    Reply
  25. Stephanie says

    June 21, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    Best. Brownies. EVER.
    Reply
  26. Angela says

    June 21, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    Good recipes; a little excessive with the watermarks, though. :/ I don't know if you really have anything to worry about, and I'd love to see the FOOD!
    Reply
  27. Magic of Spice says

    June 21, 2012 at 1:48 pm

    These are heavenly! I love your twist here, and they look so moist...just gorgeous!
    Reply
  28. Jenny (VintageSugarcube) says

    June 21, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    Holy Freak'n Smoke! I have never heard of Tiramisu Brownies and I've heard of a lot of stuff! Absolutely brilliant.. Can't WAIT to try them out. :)
    Reply
  29. Kim Bee says

    June 22, 2012 at 12:08 am

    These are gorgeous Roxana. I mean out of this world good. Love, love, love. Want to make, make, make.
    Reply
  30. In Katrina's Kitchen (@katrinaskitchen) says

    June 22, 2012 at 8:56 am

    I make something similiar and you are right- it is amazing!!! Yours are so pretty!! I wish I could eat one right now!
    Reply
  31. Carolyn says

    June 22, 2012 at 10:42 am

    Okay, those look absolutely HEAVENLY! I pinned them!
    Reply
  32. Lemons & Anchovies says

    June 22, 2012 at 11:46 am

    I remember thinking the same when I saw that movie, too. Would love to live in France or Italy for a while. :) Your version of tiramisu brownies looks wonderful, Roxana. You fixed a problem with the original recipe and made it look even better. Well done!
    Reply
  33. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    June 22, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    How pretty! I forgot if I watched the movie... trying to think. Maybe I did. The concept is really nice. I feel like I always need a getaway, not that my current life is not content but I think my life is so busy that I just need some quiet time... Hm, Italy or France sounds nice, but I will be busy "eating" then! LOL. I love your Tiramisu Brownies. Sounds like the best of best brownies. Beautiful swirl on the top!
    Reply
  34. krimkus says

    June 23, 2012 at 10:58 am

    Sounds like a terrific dream to me and why couldn't it happen! Lovely brownies. I need to have you teach me how to take pictures as mouthwatering as yours!
    Reply
  35. vianney says

    June 23, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    I love that movie, but these brownies are amazing. great tip on making cake flour!!
    Reply
  36. Katherine Martinelli says

    June 24, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    Oooh! You've combined two of my favorite things. Looks amazing!!
    Reply
  37. Chung-Ah (@damn_delicious) says

    June 25, 2012 at 12:28 am

    Wow, this is probably the best kind of brownies ever!
    Reply
  38. kankana says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    Oh dear lord! If only I was staying close by to your place. These looks so gorgeous and I just LOVE tiramisu in any form.
    Reply
  39. Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says

    June 30, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    These look moist and yummy! I would even add a bit of liqueur and be in heaven. Beautiful blog!
    Reply
  40. bakeaholicmama says

    July 8, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    These look absolutely amazing Roxana!
    Reply
  41. Jenny says

    July 8, 2012 at 8:24 pm

    The brownies look great! There are sites that do the home swap for vacations - I don't know which one is the best but if you google "home swap vacation" - you will see a few - one that looked good was homeexchange.com
    Reply
  42. bhavanikonings says

    July 12, 2012 at 8:34 am

    These look delicious - two great recipes in one awesome dessert. Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
  43. Toni says

    July 31, 2012 at 5:58 pm

    These are delicious! I made them and brought them to work. I think I cooked them a little too long as I had a brown top. Yours are much prettier. Thanks for the yummy recipe. I'll be making these again.
    Reply
  44. Lilie Bakery says

    August 6, 2012 at 3:20 am

    These brownies look perfect, I love the waves on top! Thank you for visiting my blog, I've just discovered yours, and I have already noticed some recipes to try :-) Nice pictures too !
    Reply
  45. Joan@Chocolateandmore says

    August 16, 2012 at 3:24 pm

    I was perfectly happy just wandering about FB instead of cleaning my house like I should be doing and then you go along and share a photo of these. I've already been to the store for the week but, no, I'm going to have to run out in the heat and get some mascarpone cheese because I don't know if I can live another day without these! Pinned!
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  46. Betty says

    August 16, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    I think yours look even better than the Taste of Home ones. :) I love tiramisu, so I know these are wonderful. I'm putting them on my list of things I must try!
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  47. Tower says

    August 20, 2012 at 2:31 am

    This is such an interesting twist! I do love tiramisu and brownies, so this is just the perfect combination! One thing I have noticed though, you have not placed nuts. I think it would still be great if you added nuts or almonds. Nonetheless, thank you for this recipe. I cannot wait to get started!
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  48. Donna @ The Slow Roasted Italian says

    August 22, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    How fun and delicious these are! Thanks for sharing Roxanna!
    Reply
  49. Sarah E. says

    October 16, 2012 at 4:58 pm

    Found this recipe via Chocolate, Chocolate and more Chocolate chocolate FB party :) It looks so incredible! Had to pin to share :)
    Reply
  50. Vicki Bensinger says

    December 29, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    These sound marvelous and I too have wondered about a home exchange ever since I first watch The Holiday. Which by the way is my all time favorite movie.
    Reply
  51. Nisa Homey says

    January 10, 2013 at 9:05 am

    Hey Roxanna, Belated New Year wishes...love the waves on top of these yummy brownies....couldn't help not pinning :)
    Reply
  52. Stacy Davi says

    February 4, 2013 at 11:04 am

    Made this recipe for Super Bowl and it was amazing! Ran out of vanilla so I substituted some Italian liquor. Perfect! Thank you.
    Reply
  53. Gwendolyn Wallace says

    February 17, 2013 at 7:14 pm

    Thank you for sharing this recipe, "TIRAMISU BROWNIES."...will sure bake'um...Will Follow your PINS!...Happy Pinning!
    Reply
  54. Lill says

    March 5, 2013 at 1:25 pm

    Thank you for sharing your recipe! I am going to try to bake these, but I am a little confused in the instructions. Number 3, add what to the mixing bowl? I would love to make these for my daughter's birthday! I just hope they come out as great as your!
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    • Roxana says

      March 5, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      Hi Lill, The melted chocolate from step 1. Will have to edit the instructions, thanks for pointing that out. Hope your daughter enjoys them! Happy birthday to her! Roxana
      Reply
  55. simmy says

    March 13, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    another strike!!! gourgeous..
    Reply
  56. Sue Goldian says

    April 14, 2013 at 9:11 am

    You've got four whole eggs and four egg whites in the chocolate mixture and another four egg whites in the mascarpone mixture. Did you perhaps mean four eggs and four egg yolks in the chocolate mixture. I'm asking because the brownies look delicious but I don't really want to end up with eight egg yolks... I'd only do something terrible with them, like make lemon bars :-) In any case, it seems to me that using the four yolks in the chocolate instead of whites couldn't possibly be bad, I think it would make a lovely rich chewy brownie. What do you think?
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    • Roxana says

      April 14, 2013 at 5:49 pm

      Hi Sue, Yes, you read that right. There are 4 whole eggs and 8 egg whites. The original recipe called for 8 whole eggs but didn't want to take my cholesterol levels to the sky. You can replace 2 egg whites with 1 whole egg if you're worried about the leftover egg yolks, or you can make these egg yolk cookies http://roxanashomebaking.com/egg-yolk-cookies-recipe/ Happy Baking, Roxana
      Reply
  57. donrom says

    April 18, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    hey i was wondering the egg whites in both mixture do you whip up sepreataly and fold in or just add it in. thanks
    Reply
    • Roxana says

      April 18, 2013 at 4:06 pm

      The egg whites don't need to be whipped prior to adding them, either for the brownie batter of for the cheese filling. Roxana
      Reply
  58. donrom says

    April 18, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    cool thanks
    Reply
  59. Helen says

    April 22, 2013 at 11:30 am

    Hi Roxana! Thank you for sharing all of those wonderful recipes. You are a super cook from what I can see on your website. Love them photos too!! I will try to make the apple recipes, in Canada we have plenty of apples all year round. Hugs... Helen
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  60. Tania says

    April 23, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    These look fantastic and I want to give them a try. My question is, do you add the coffee granules or is it brewed coffee ? I typically add brewed coffee to Tiramisu, just making sure before I add granules to it. Thanks
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    • Roxana says

      April 23, 2013 at 5:17 pm

      Hi Tania, The coffee is not brewed before adding it to the batter. I know classic tiramisu calls for liquid coffee to dip the lady fingers in, but in this recipe, instant granules you don't have to brew it. Roxana
      Reply
  61. Monica says

    June 3, 2013 at 8:40 pm

    Yum!! I actually think your photos are even more appealing than the original! I love your twist on the recipe too...I'm super tempted to try this out (:
    Reply
  62. Claudia says

    July 26, 2013 at 2:39 am

    I made the Tiramisu Brownies but something went wrong. All the cheese sank to the bottom of the chocolate brownie and it was a thin layer of it on the bottom. I am not sure what could have done this. I did followed the recipe. Do you have an idea what I did wrong Thank you, Claudia
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    • Roxana says

      July 27, 2013 at 10:40 pm

      Hi Claudia, I have made those brownies several times and have never had a problem with the cheese swirl. For the cheese to sink it has to be heavier than the brownie batter, and in this recipe is definitely not. Roxana
      Reply
  63. Katie says

    August 4, 2013 at 11:47 am

    These turned out okay. JUST OKAY. I don't have a fancy stand up mixer, so I have no paddle attachment. This I think was my downfall. My brownie mixture was wayyyyyyyyyyyyyy to fluffy. I should have just folded everything in, rather than using my hand mixer. The mascarpone layer was like water, no spreading was needed, I just poured it over the fluffy brownie layer. Because it was like water the dollops of brownie on top did not spread but sank and I ended with a big brown mess on top. Because of all the air, they puffed up way past the edge of my pan. Oh I should have used semisweet chips cause I used milk and it made them really light colored. It had more of a cake consistency than brownie and the cheese layer somehow became sandwiched in the middle of the between the so called brownie layers. It was still eaten but definitely did not get the rave reviews that I normally get. This recipe may need to be stored away until I can afford a kitchen aid.
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  64. Jessica says

    September 26, 2013 at 3:36 pm

    Roxana, the tiramisu brownies look absolutely devine!! Oh how I would love one right now--making this weekend :-D. ♡love the site ☆ and all the yummy treats!
    Reply
  65. Dhivya says

    February 5, 2014 at 5:57 pm

    Your Tiramisu Brownies look divine. I have been wanting to make this ever since I laid my eyes on it. I was wondering if I use the store bought egg whites only, will I get the same result? I don't want to end up with 8 egg yolks.
    Reply
  66. Emily at AllFreeCasseroleRecipes says

    August 4, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    Two of the best desserts in one? Count me in! These look so delicious and the presentation is just gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
  67. lisa says

    September 8, 2016 at 9:33 am

    I made these last night & almost forgot to add the melted chocolate as it's not in the directions. I added before the flour. They look amazing and I am sure the guys in the cidery are gonna love them! Thanks for the recipe!!
    Reply
    • Roxana says

      September 9, 2016 at 12:39 am

      Hi Lisa, I rewrote the instructions and specified "melted chocolate" instead of "it". Thanks for catching that! Roxana
      Reply

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