Tiramisu is one of those desserts that always feels a little fancy, even though it’s actually pretty simple to make. These gluten free tiramisu cups are my favorite way to enjoy it at home.

The idea is easy. You layer mascarpone cream with coffee-soaked gluten free ladyfinger cookies in small cups or glasses, then dust the top with cocoa powder.

You get all the classic tiramisu flavors without any gluten, and without having to build one big dessert that you need to slice. The individual portions make everything easier.

The cream is made with mascarpone cheese, heavy whipping cream, and powdered sugar. It’s rich, smooth, and takes just a few minutes to whip together.

If you love coffee and creamy desserts, you’re going to enjoy these. Let me walk you through how to make them step by step.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No Baking Required – These tiramisu cups are completely no-bake, which means you just layer everything together and let the fridge do the rest. Perfect for when you want a fancy dessert without turning on the oven.

Actually Tastes Like Real Tiramisu – With mascarpone cheese, coffee liqueur, and cocoa powder, this has all the classic tiramisu flavors you love. You honestly cannot tell it’s gluten free.

Great for Dinner Parties – These little cups look seriously impressive, like something from a restaurant. Your guests will never guess how easy they were to put together, and your gluten free friends will love you for it.

Individual Portions Are So Cute – Serving tiramisu in individual cups means everyone gets their own perfect portion. They look adorable on a dessert table and there’s no messy slicing involved.

Ingredients

8 oz Mascarpone Cheese
1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1/3 cup Powdered Sugar
1 cup Strong Brewed Coffee, cooled
2 tbsp Coffee Liqueur
12 Gluten Free Ladyfinger Cookies
2 tbsp Cocoa Powder

How to Make

Step 1

In a large bowl, beat mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Mix the cooled coffee with coffee liqueur in a shallow bowl.

Step 3

Break gluten free ladyfinger cookies into pieces and quickly dip them in the coffee mixture.

Step 4

Layer the soaked cookie pieces in the bottom of 6 small serving cups or glasses.

Step 5

Spoon the mascarpone cream mixture over the cookies, filling each cup about halfway.

Step 6

Add another layer of coffee-soaked cookies, then top with remaining mascarpone cream.

Step 7

Dust generously with cocoa powder and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

Helpful Tips

Make Sure the Coffee Is Fully Cooled

Don’t rush this step. If the coffee is even a little warm when you dip the cookies, it will soften them way too fast and they’ll turn into mush in your cups.

Brew the coffee ahead of time and let it cool completely on the counter, or stick it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to speed things up.

Room temperature or slightly cold coffee gives you much more control over how much the cookies absorb.

Dip the Cookies Quickly

When the recipe says “quickly dip,” it really means it. You want to dunk each cookie piece in and out of the coffee mixture in about one second per side. That’s it.

Gluten free ladyfinger cookies tend to be more delicate than regular ones. They soak up liquid faster and can fall apart if they sit in the coffee too long.

If a piece breaks on you, just place it in the cup anyway. It all gets layered and covered up, so nobody will know.

Use Cold Heavy Cream

Take the heavy whipping cream straight from the fridge right before you start beating it. Cold cream whips up faster and holds its shape much better than cream that’s been sitting out.

If your kitchen is warm, you can even chill the bowl and the beaters in the freezer for 10 minutes before you start. This makes a real difference in how thick and fluffy the mascarpone cream turns out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find gluten free ladyfinger cookies?

Most well-stocked grocery stores carry gluten free ladyfingers in the specialty or gluten free aisle. You can also find them online on Amazon or through brands like Schar, which makes a popular gluten free version.

If you can’t find them locally, ordering online is your best bet since they ship well and have a long shelf life.